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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

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