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MLB Network goes dark on Optimum amid carriage dispute

The two sides failed to reach an agreement before a Jan. 31 deadline.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 9, 2026 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
MSG Networks vs. Optimum

MSG and Optimum strike deal to end carriage dispute

This dispute, running since January 1, has finally ended.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnFeb 22, 2025 0
Rangers announcer Sam Rosen ditching Optimum for Verizon

MSG recruits Sam Rosen to troll Optimum over carriage dispute

"Don’t be without your MSG Networks. Do what I did. Switch to Verizon Fios"

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 13, 2025 0
MSG Networks vs Optimum

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul takes action on MSG Networks-Optimum dispute

"Enough is enough!”

By Arthur Weinstein OnFeb 11, 2025 0
NY AG Letitia James calls for end to MSG Networks blackout on Optimum

New York AG Letitia James ‘demands refunds’ for those facing MSG Networks blackouts

"New York sports fans are being put in the penalty box."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 6, 2025 0
Mike Breen and Walt "Clyde" Frazier on MSG Network

Mike Breen feels ‘awful’ for Knicks fans dealing with MSG Networks blackout

"To have this being a thrilling ride right now and not be able to watch it, I couldn't imagine."

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 6, 2025 0
MSG Networks

MSG Networks could reportedly strike deal with Amazon to avoid bankruptcy

The network currently finds itself in an ongoing carriage dispute with Optimum.

By Drew Lerner OnFeb 2, 2025 0
MSG Networks vs Optimum

MSG Networks’ arbitration offer to Optimum for short carriage extension refuted as ‘PR stunt’

""We believe it is unfair to charge customers for something they do not watch..."

By Sean Keeley OnJan 21, 2025 0
Travis Kelce against the Las Vegas Raiders on Nov. 29, 2024.

Nexstar stations restored to Altice’s Optimum packages just ahead of NFL divisional playoff games

This deal will make it easier for Optimum customers to watch local networks through that MVPD during this round of playoff games.

By Andrew Bucholtz OnJan 18, 2025 0
MSG Networks

MSG Networks claims Optimum parent walked away from negotiations (Updated)

The shutdown won't do any favors for MSG Networks as bankruptcy looms.

By Brendon Kleen OnJan 10, 2025 0
MSG Networks

MSG Networks officially go dark on Optimum despite efforts at resolution

A source familiar says MSG Networks offered a reduction in carriage fees, but was rejected.

By Drew Lerner OnJan 1, 2025 0
New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns

MSG Networks likely going dark on Optimum TV amid carriage dispute

As per usual, the carriage dispute centers around pricing and tiering.

By Drew Lerner OnDec 31, 2024 0

Optimum releases dramatic attack ad accusing ESPN, Disney of price-gouging

The latest ESPN carriage dispute is getting ugly.

By Matt Yoder OnSep 26, 2017 6

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