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Comcast, CHSN reportedly reach agreement

"Good news, White Sox fans..."

By Michael Dixon OnJun 4, 2025 0
Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard

Chicago Blackhawks owner says team’s viewership decline ‘unacceptable’

"At the end of the day, the availability of our games on TV this past season was unacceptable — and our fans deserve better."

By Drew Lerner OnApr 22, 2025 0
Anaheim Ducks forward Alex Killorn

Local NHL viewership a mixed bag, distribution proves key factor

Carriage disputes and new local media rights arrangements proved the biggest factors impacting NHL viewership this season.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 21, 2025 0
Chicago station WGN is reportedly looking to bring sports programming back with CHSN broadcasts of the White Sox, Bulls and Blackhawks. Photo Credits: WGNTV.com (top); CHSN on YouTube (bottom).

WGN reportedly looking to bring sports back to network with CHSN broadcasts

Will the White Sox, Bulls and Blackhawks soon be returning to WGN?

By Michael Dixon OnApr 19, 2025 0
CHSN owner Jerry Reinsdorf

Is CHSN dipping into the YES Network playbook regarding Comcast dispute?

Jerry Reinsdorf seems to be leveraging his connections in the Trump administration to reach a deal with Comcast.

By Drew Lerner OnApr 11, 2025 0
Alexander Ovechkin scoring his 894th goal to tie Wayne Gretzky's record

Joe Beninati earned wide praise for call of Alexander Ovechkin’s record-tying 894th career goal

"Wayne Gretzky has held the record alone since March of 1994. He now has company as he takes his seat."

By Reice Shipley OnApr 4, 2025 0
NHL analyst Paul Bissonnette on TNT

Paul Bissonnette calls out Connor Bedard for playing ‘pond hockey’

NHL on TNT analyst Paul Bissonnette had some strong words for young Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard for not playing winning hockey.

By Matt Yoder OnFeb 6, 2025 0
Dec 31, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Petr Mrazek (34) defends the net against St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) during the second period in the Winter Classic at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-Imagn Images

NHL Winter Classic draws all-time low viewership

This year's Winter Classic between the Blues and Blackhawks shifted to New Year's Eve in a move that did not pan out for the NHL.

By Matt Yoder OnJan 3, 2025 0
NHL: Winter Classic-St. Louis Blues at Chicago Blackhawks

Will the Winter Classic’s move to New Year’s Eve help viewership?

The annual outdoor game will face less competition than in prior years.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 31, 2024 0
Chicago Sports Network and Marquee Sports Network logos

Chicago Sports Network-Marquee merger a possibility amid Comcast dispute

The recently-launched Chicago Sports Network remains dark on Chicago's largest distributor, Comcast.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 11, 2024 0
A NHL on TNT blackout graphic.

TNT broadcast of Blackhawks’ game suddenly blacked out on some Chicago providers partway through

For many viewers, the Bruins-Blackhawks game went off-air on TNT partway through.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnDec 4, 2024 0
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Chicago Sports Network to launch direct-to-consumer streaming service

Subscribers can choose either a single-team package for $19.99 per month, or receive access to all three teams for $$29.99 per month.

By Drew Lerner OnNov 14, 2024 0
The Chicago Sports Network issued a statement Saturday claiming it has offered Comcast a "substantial reduction" in carriage fees. Photo Credit: Chicago Sports Network on YouTube

Chicago Sports Network offers Comcast ‘substantial reduction’ for fees in talks

"We share your frustration and encourage you to continue to voice your concerns."

By Arthur Weinstein OnOct 19, 2024 0
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New details emerge in Comcast and Chicago Sports Network dispute

Comcast customers in Chicago have already missed out on two Blackhawks regular season games due to the dispute.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 14, 2024 7
Panthers center Sam Bennett crashes against Boston Bruins goaltender Joonas Korpisalo

NHL Opening Night saw sharp viewership decline

The league was beat out by both MLB and the WNBA on Tuesday.

By Drew Lerner OnOct 11, 2024 1
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Comcast and Chicago Sports Network remain at impasse

Negotiations between the two sides can be described as "day to day and hour to hour."

By Drew Lerner OnOct 10, 2024 4
The Chicago Blackhawks have named longtime NHL broadcaster Rick Ball as their next play-by-play voice.

Rick Ball discusses joining Chicago Blackhawks broadcast booth

"The last month has been chaotic but very exciting,"

By Robert O'Neill OnJul 8, 2024 0
The Chicago Blackhawks have named longtime NHL broadcaster Rick Ball as their next play-by-play voice.

Chicago Blackhawks hire longtime NHL voice Rick Ball to replace Chris Vosters

Ball had been the TV voice of the Calgary Flames for the past 10 seasons.

By Sam Neumann OnJun 6, 2024 3

White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks to launch Chicago Sports Network

The network will launch in October 2024.

By Robert O'Neill OnJun 3, 2024 2
Connor Bedard

White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks partner with Standard Media Group in new broadcast deal

Standard Media Group will be the new broadcast home for three Chicago pro teams beginning in October.

By Sam Neumann OnMay 5, 2024 5
Chicago White Sox

Bulls, White Sox, Blackhawks reportedly near Stadium broadcast deal

Reinsdorf had been expected to make Stadium a player for broadcast rights.

By Arthur Weinstein OnApr 16, 2024 2
NHL on TNT

TNT to air Panthers-Red Wings game with in-studio broadcast, commentary

After inclement weather postponed Sabres-Blackhawks, the NHL on TNT will air Red Wings-Panthers with an in-studio broadcast.

By Chris Novak OnJan 17, 2024 1
Wayne Gretzky Connor Bedard

TNT’s Wayne Gretzky on Connor Bedard’s “Michigan” goal: ‘I could never do that’

TNT's Wayne Gretzky didn't stop short of praising Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard after his amazing "Michigan" goal Saturday night.

By Chris Novak OnDec 24, 2023 3
Nov 5, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Corey Perry (94) warms up before the game against the New Jersey Devils at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

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Blackhawks refute ‘frankly disgusting’ Corey Perry-Connor Bedard rumor, dubbed ‘worst rumor in all of sports’

Connor Bedard

Connor Bedard’s NHL debut draws record viewership for ESPN

Connor Bedard is here, and he's spectacular.

By Joe Lucia OnOct 12, 2023 0

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