MSG and Optimum strike deal to end carriage dispute
This dispute, running since January 1, has finally ended.
This dispute, running since January 1, has finally ended.
"Don’t be without your MSG Networks. Do what I did. Switch to Verizon Fios"
"Enough is enough!”
"New York sports fans are being put in the penalty box."
"To have this being a thrilling ride right now and not be able to watch it, I couldn't imagine."
The network currently finds itself in an ongoing carriage dispute with Optimum.
""We believe it is unfair to charge customers for something they do not watch..."
This deal will make it easier for Optimum customers to watch local networks through that MVPD during this round of playoff games.
The shutdown won't do any favors for MSG Networks as bankruptcy looms.
A source familiar says MSG Networks offered a reduction in carriage fees, but was rejected.
As per usual, the carriage dispute centers around pricing and tiering.
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