MSG Networks offers extension to Optimum, with a major catch
The cable TV company would have to agree to “binding arbitration” for the extension to be approved, an unusual tactic in a carriage dispute.
The cable TV company would have to agree to “binding arbitration” for the extension to be approved, an unusual tactic in a carriage dispute.
The attorney general for New York state is weighing in on the dispute between Optimum and MSG Networks, which started at the beginning of the year.
Even with the promotion offered by Optimum, Fubo is a more-expensive option to get MSG Networks compared to MSG Plus.
Basketball and hockey fans in the New York City metropolitan area can’t watch certain games on Optimum TV.
As is typical, the dispute centers around fees that Optimum’s parent company Altice USA must pay for the regional sports networks.
Charles Dolan was the founder of Cablevision, and helped launched AMC Networks and multiplex movie network HBO.
The Gotham Sports app has launch, offering cable-free access to YES Network, MSG Networks and their respective live sports.
The joint venture launched by MSG Networks and the YES Network earlier this year is debuting a new app that will unify the standalone streaming products of both media operations.
Gotham Advanced Media and Entertainment wants to be the solution for professional sports leagues who want to offer direct-to-consumer streaming products.
The YES Network has launched a streaming service that will offer live New York Yankees games without cable or satellite.