ESPN Flagship wants to be the Netflix of sports
ESPN wants to build "the ultimate sports destination" on digital platforms for fans. That means more than just buying live sports rights.
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As Venu Sports shutters, who are the biggest winners and losers?
Trail Blazers announce Rip City Television Network, DTC streaming option
Non-exclusive Blazers games will be broadcast in Portland for the first time since 2017.
Wells Fargo analyst expects ESPN Flagship service to include licensed Fox Sports content
"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."
ESPN’s Jimmy Pitaro on Venu Sports: ‘We believe that this is a pro-competitive service’
"It is really focused on sports fans that are not currently part of the MVPD ecosystem..."
MLB Network launches direct-to-consumer (DTC) service
MLB Network has joined the DTC world.
SportsNet Pittsburgh launches DTC service for Pirates, Penguins games
Pittsburgh fans can now watch their local teams without a cable or satellite subscription.
Spectrum offering SportsNet LA to in-market fans with internet/mobile plan
Dodgers fans no longer need a cable subscription to watch their team, but there's a catch.
Utah Jazz DTC product crosses 20,000 subscriptions, local viewership soaring
The first Utah Jazz season in their hybrid model has gone pretty well.
Arizona Diamondbacks games will again be distributed by MLB in 2024
As expected, the Arizona Diamondbacks are sticking with MLB production and distribution in 2024.
Dallas Stars looking into free, ad-supported streaming product
The Dallas Stars could launch their own streaming app that would be free for all.
Arizona Coyotes launch direct-to-consumer (DTC) platform with Kiswe
The Arizona Coyotes are the latest team with a DTC product.
Disney targeting fall 2025 for ESPN direct-to-consumer offering
We're another step closer to the launch of ESPN's DTC service.
ESPN’s future transformation is slowly starting to take shape
On Disney's earnings call, Bob Iger laid out how future plans for ESPN continue to take shape.
Rob Manfred claims MLB can broadcast ‘up to 16 teams next year’
Could MLB handle over half of the league's local broadcasts in 2024?
Los Angeles Lakers, Charter launching Spectrum SportsNet+ direct-to-consumer service
The Lakers are the latest NBA team to offer fans a DTC product.
Some clarity emerges on Disney’s ESPN strategic partner and DTC plans
Monumental Sports Network launches direct-to-consumer service for $19.99/month
The Monumental Sports Network has entered the DTC game just before the start of the NHL season.
Phoenix Suns launch ‘Suns Live’ direct-to-consumer streaming service
'Suns Live' is the latest direct-to-consumer service launched by an NBA team.
Vegas Golden Knights announce KnightTime+ streaming platform, costing $69.99/season or $6.99/game
The Vegas Golden Knights have unveiled their new direct-to-consumer streaming app, with a very friendly price point.
What does the future hold for the next 10 years of Fox Sports and FS1?
Jimmy Pitaro says ESPN shift to direct-to-consumer streaming won’t upend linear TV channel
"The [traditional TV] model has been very good to Disney."
Chicago Cubs, Marquee Sports Network announce direct-to-consumer offering at $19.99/month
The Chicago Cubs are the latest team to offer direct-to-consumer streaming.
Bob Iger says ABC ‘may not be core’ to Disney, which could have major ESPN and sports implications
ESPN expected to launch full direct-to-consumer offering in 2025 or 2026
Consumers could perhaps buy access to ESPN's main linear feed over the top as early as 2025.
