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The FanDuel Sportsbook at Belterra Park Cincinnati during a Jan. 2023 grand opening.

FanDuel set to take over Diamond RSN branding from Bally Sports

FanDuel is set take over branding of the current Bally Sports RSNs with content and advertising as part of the deal.

By Daniel Kaplan OnOct 16, 2024 0
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

Diamond Sports Group disclosure statement approved, paving way for Chapter 11 bankruptcy exit

Diamond Sports Group, parent company of the Bally Sports RSNs, is one step closer to exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy after a key hearing.

By Daniel Kaplan OnOct 9, 2024 1
The major league baseball logo is seen on signage near the player's entrance to the field at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers.

MLB to produce Guardians, Brewers, Twins broadcasts in 2025

"Major League Baseball is committed to serving our fans by ensuring they can see their favorite Clubs, removing blackouts where we can, and ultimately growing the reach of our games."

By Drew Lerner OnOct 8, 2024 0
Bally Sports, NBA, NHL logos.

NBA, NHL stand to lose tens of millions if Bally Sports does not emerge from bankruptcy

Both the NHL and NBA could be out tens of millions of dollars if the Bally Sports RSN's parent company is unable to emerge from bankruptcy.

By Daniel Kaplan OnOct 7, 2024 0
A past Bally Sports graphic on technical difficulties.

Under-fire Bally Sports sees repeated app crashes across several markets

Users across multiple markets flooded the @BallySportsHelps account's mentions, and they didn't have much help to offer.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnSep 17, 2024 2

Can Venu Sports overcome the checkered past of sports media joint ventures?

Sports media's history is littered with failed joint ventures. Will Venu Sports be the latest?

By Jessie Karangu OnSep 17, 2024 1
Amazon and Bally Sports logos

Amazon could reportedly stream Diamond/Bally’s RSN games non-exclusively

Despite Amazon reportedly exiting a Bally Sports deal last week, they still might wind up streaming those games.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnSep 5, 2024 2
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

MLB not ready to play ball with Bally Sports after NBA, NHL deals

After getting new deals with the NBA and NHL, Bally Sports parent company Diamond Sports Group is facing MLB resistance again.

By Daniel Kaplan OnSep 3, 2024 0
The major league baseball logo is seen on signage near the player's entrance to the field at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers.

MLB could see local rights bidding war if Diamond Sports Group defaults

ESPN is also interested as they prepare to launch their new streaming service.

By Sean Keeley OnAug 30, 2024 1
The Anaheim Ducks select Stian Solberg in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Anaheim Ducks leaving Bally Sports partnership for free digital service

The Ducks will broadcast and stream games for free on Fox 11 Plus and Victory+.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnAug 28, 2024 0
Amazon and Bally Sports logos

Amazon reportedly withdraws $115 million offer to Diamond Sports Group

Diamond apparently has enough investors remaining to continue its reorganization plan.

By Arthur Weinstein OnAug 27, 2024 1
Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Local Networks

Bally Sports RSNs reach new agreements with NHL, NBA for 2024-2025 seasons

Diamond Sports Group, the parent company of the Bally Sports networks, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Five NBA teams reportedly on chopping block in Diamond bankruptcy reorganization

The Mavericks, Thunder, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Pistons all could be hunting for new media homes.

By Joe Lucia OnAug 1, 2024 7
Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Comcast

Is Comcast deal a life saver for Bally Sports RSNs or a temporary fix?

Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

Diamond Sports Group making ‘substantial progress’ in talks with Comcast

Comcast and Diamond are making progress on critical carriage negotiations.

By Joe Lucia OnJul 25, 2024 0
Credit: Comcast

Comcast

Comcast-Bally Sports negotiations could make or break RSNs

A logo for MLB show "Foul Territory."

Exclusive: ‘Foul Territory’ strikes linear TV deal

Foul Territory is coming to the Bally Sports RSNs in addition to YouTube and audio platforms.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJun 24, 2024 0
Miami Marlins third baseman Jake Burger (36) gets dunked with energy drink after hitting a walk-off single against the New York Yankees as Bally Sports reporter Jessica Blaylock reacts at loanDepot Park.

Marlins reportedly offering to pay for 2 months of Bally Sports app access during Comcast dispute

Unfortunately, that means those fans will have to watch the Marlins.

By Sean Keeley OnJun 24, 2024 0
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

As league partners continue to balk, Bally Sports RSNs’ fate likely to be decided in July

DSG also disclosed it has inked a new naming rights partner to take over for Bally.

By Daniel Kaplan OnJun 4, 2024 3
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

Diamond Sports projects budget deficit of $46.5 million in court filing

Diamond Sports Group claimed a significant budget deficit in a court filing as it still tries to navigate a path out of bankruptcy.

By Daniel Kaplan OnJun 1, 2024 2
Dec 7, 2022; San Diego, CA, USA; MLB commissioner Rob Manfred looks on during the presentation of the Allan H. Selling Award for philanthropic excellence during the 2022 MLB Winter Meetings at Manchester Grand Hyatt.

Rob Manfred on Diamond Sports saga: ‘There is no plan at this point’

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred expressed skepticism with Diamond Sports' ability to emerge whole out of bankruptcy.

By Awful Announcing Staff OnMay 26, 2024 2
Fubo and Bally Sports logos

Diamond Sports Group renews carriage agreement with Fubo

"Diamond remains focused on completing our reorganization and emerging as a sustainable, profitable business."

By Sean Keeley OnMay 22, 2024 0
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

NBA, NHL join MLB as skeptics of Diamond Sports reorganization: ‘We have more questions than answers’

The NBA and NHL united with MLB in putting forward skepticism of Diamond Sports' reorganization plans at a legal hearing.

By Daniel Kaplan OnMay 15, 2024 0
Bally Sports Diamond Sports Group

Diamond Sports Group pens open letter to Comcast Xfinity subscribers amid carriage battle

The Diamond Sports Group penned an open letter to disgruntled Xfinity fans as the Bally Sports-RSN fiascos continue.

By Chris Novak OnMay 7, 2024 1
A view of the Bally Sports logo and a Dallas Stars fan with a sign for left wing Jamie Benn before the game between the Dallas and the Vegas Golden Knights at the American Airlines Center.

Diamond Sports Group agrees to multi-year extension with DirecTV

Diamond Sports has secured a new carriage deal with a key partner.

By Joe Lucia OnApr 29, 2024 0

Rays pitcher gives brutal postgame interview after loss: ‘all-encompassing type of suck’

Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks described his outing in one of the most unique, brutal, and honest ways imaginable.

By Awful Announcing Staff OnApr 18, 2024 0
Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Local Networks

Diamond Sports Group argues NBA, NHL ‘confused’ about reorganization plan concerns

Bally Sports reached up to $78 million settlement with San Diego Padres in confidential agreement

After remaining confidential, a Bally Sports settlement with the San Diego Padres for $78 million became public during ongoing litigation.

By Daniel Kaplan OnApr 16, 2024 1
The Savannah Bananas have signed a streaming deal with Stadium and Bally Live, bringing the team's hijinks to fans live. Photo Credit: Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News/USA TODAY NETWORK

Savannah Bananas sign streaming deal with Stadium, Bally Live

The Savannah Bananas are baseball's equivalent of the Harlem Globetrotters

By Arthur Weinstein OnApr 10, 2024 1
Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Local Networks

NBA, NHL ‘deeply concerned’ with Diamond Sports bankruptcy extension

Credit: Bally Sports, NBC Sports, ESPN, MLB Local Media, Fox, Apple TV+

Bally Sports

Here’s every 2024 MLB broadcaster scorebug graphic

A view of the BallyÕs Sports logo and basketball bastion and Wilson game balls before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets at the American Airlines Center.

Diamond Sports Group dropping Bally’s branding from regional sports networks

While the Bally Sports RSNs survive, their name will be changing.

By Joe Lucia OnMar 1, 2024 6
Amazon and Bally Sports logos.

Diamond Sports Group

Against all odds, Diamond Sports Group looks set to rise from the ashes

A Bally Sports logo.

Diamond Sports has debt financing approved

Diamond Sports has had an important step of its bankruptcy proceedings approved.

By Joe Lucia OnFeb 27, 2024 1
Game 5 World Series Marcus Semien Corey Seager

Diamond Sports Group reaches deals with Rangers, Guardians, Twins to air games this season

The deal with Diamond Sports means the Guardians, Rangers, and Twins will air games on Bally Sports for one more season.

By Daniel Kaplan OnFeb 2, 2024 0
Amazon and Bally Sports logos.

Amazon

Diamond Sports announces Amazon investment in comeback plan

Bally Sports

MLB reportedly declines Amazon investment in Diamond for streaming rights

MLB is playing hardball as the Diamond Sports bankruptcy drags on.

By Joe Lucia OnJan 9, 2024 3
Oct 7, 2021; Houston, Texas, USA; MLB commissioner Rob Manfred in attendance before game one of the 2021 ALDS between the Houston Astros and the Chicago White Sox at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

MLB

Sinclair quietly fighting MLB in court over Rob Manfred comments in bankruptcy saga twist

Diamond Sports Group

An upcoming busy sports litigation day needs its own RedZone Channel

Mar 24, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; The NHL logo is seen on the game net prior to the game between the New York Islanders and the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

11 NHL teams reach deal with Diamond Sports Group to broadcast remaining games this season

The NHL and Diamond Sports Group came to a similar agreement as the NBA which will see broadcasts continue through this season.

By Awful Announcing Staff OnDec 21, 2023 0

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