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business19 days ago•53 min saved

YouTube TV Unveils $65 Sports Bundle; MLB.TV Shifts to ESPN App as NFL Expands Abroad

YouTube TV launches a dedicated sports bundle at $65/month (with first-year discounts) that includes ESPN networks and related sports channels, while MLB.TV subscriptions will move to the ESPN App with a one-month ESPN Unlimited trial; NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell signals openness to international expansion and potential overseas games, possibly affecting scheduling and rights. The piece also notes related updates on NBC, NBA expansion, and media figures.

via Sports Media Watch|

#business #espn-app #mlbtv

sports-business8 months ago•16 min saved

Tottenham's Valuation and Wrexham's Rise in Football Business

The article discusses the ongoing potential takeover of Tottenham Hotspur, highlighting financial and strategic factors influencing the deal, and compares it to the controversial valuation of Wrexham AFC, which is driven by celebrity ownership and entertainment branding. It also covers recent developments in sports media rights, UEFA's stance on multi-club ownership, and the upcoming implementation of an independent regulator in English football.

via The New York Times|

#football-takeover #sports-business #sports-media-rights

sports-media-rights1 year ago•5 min saved

"NBA TV Rights Shake-Up: Warner Bros. vs. Amazon, NBC, and Disney"

Warner Bros. Discovery is considering matching Amazon's offer for NBA media rights, potentially competing with Amazon rather than NBCUniversal. The NBA is close to finalizing deals with Disney, NBCUniversal, and Amazon for different game packages. Warner Bros. Discovery has matching rights from its previous deal and is evaluating its options, including a possible side deal or a smaller package. The company is interested in a more affordable package due to its significant debt and may focus on Amazon's offer, which includes high-profile games.

via CNBC|

#amazon #media-rights #nba

sports-and-streaming-rights2 years ago•1 min saved

House Committee to Probe Transition of Sports Rights to Streaming

The House Subcommittee on Communications and Technology will hold a hearing on the impact of streaming services on sports media rights, with a focus on how major sports leagues negotiate deals with broadcasting networks and streaming platforms. The recent NFL playoff game streamed exclusively on Peacock has raised concerns about the future of postseason streaming and the NFL's broadcast antitrust exemption. While the NFL's streaming move may not be the main focus of the hearing, it could prompt Congress to explore potential legislation that may impact the current model of collective rights sales and revenue sharing among teams.

via NBC Sports|

#congress #house-subcommittee #nfl