Awful Announcing
"Fox's decision to sublicense content where it's not part of the ultimate distribution is very different in the eyes of the regulators than ESPN simply licensing in this content."
"It is really focused on sports fans that are not currently part of the MVPD ecosystem..."
MLB Network has joined the DTC world.
Pittsburgh fans can now watch their local teams without a cable or satellite subscription.
Dodgers fans no longer need a cable subscription to watch their team, but there's a catch.
The first Utah Jazz season in their hybrid model has gone pretty well.
As expected, the Arizona Diamondbacks are sticking with MLB production and distribution in 2024.
The Dallas Stars could launch their own streaming app that would be free for all.
The Arizona Coyotes are the latest team with a DTC product.
We're another step closer to the launch of ESPN's DTC service.
On Disney's earnings call, Bob Iger laid out how future plans for ESPN continue to take shape.
Could MLB handle over half of the league's local broadcasts in 2024?
The Lakers are the latest NBA team to offer fans a DTC product.
The Monumental Sports Network has entered the DTC game just before the start of the NHL season.
'Suns Live' is the latest direct-to-consumer service launched by an NBA team.
The Vegas Golden Knights have unveiled their new direct-to-consumer streaming app, with a very friendly price point.
"The [traditional TV] model has been very good to Disney."
The Chicago Cubs are the latest team to offer direct-to-consumer streaming.
Consumers could perhaps buy access to ESPN's main linear feed over the top as early as 2025.
As per a Wall Street Journal report, ESPN is striking deals so they can offer a direct-to-consumer version of their linear network, and two leagues are already on board.
It did not take long for the Big Ten Network to dump cold water on Maryland's attempt to launch a streaming service.
Fox isn't launching a DTC service yet, but the company seems to be warming to the idea.
