Scripps rejects Sinclair’s unsolicited takeover bid
"Scripps’ board determined that Sinclair’s unsolicited acquisition proposal is not in the best interests of Scripps and its shareholders."
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Scripps Sports president: NHL teams ditching RSNs for Scripps basically ‘whole’ on rights fees
Teams leaving RSNs for over-the-air in other leagues have taken substantial revenue decreases.
Sinclair makes unsolicited bid for Scripps as Trump weighs in on broadcast ownership cap
Scripps' Ion has a sizeable portfolio of sports rights.
Sinclair eyes takeover bid of Scripps
The deal would have major sports implications.
Scripps, Sports Illustrated reveal details for ‘SI Women’s Games’
The competition will air on Ion from October 28 through November 2.
Scripps Sports extends WNBA on ION Friday night games deal
The WNBA on ION will be sticking around for several more years.
Tampa Bay Lightning leaving FanDuel Sports Network for local affiliate
Lightning games will air on a newly launched Scripps-owned affiliate.
ION announces five-year agreement with Fort Myers Tip-Off
"We’re proud that women’s sports have found a home on ION."
Las Vegas Aces strike broadcast deal with Scripps Sports’ Vegas 34
The Aces' regional games are moving from Gray networks to Scripps' Vegas 34.
Florida Panthers ink media rights deal with Scripps Sports
The Florida Panthers are bailing on cable.
Scripps Sports will air Coyotes games in both Utah and Arizona
The Coyotes' broadcast plans in both Utah and Arizona have become clear.
Coyotes’ broadcaster Tyson Nash on relocation: ‘This is absolutely gut-wrenching, heartbreaking.’
"I'm absolutely in shock."
Scripps Sports announces NWSL on ION plans, including talent for league’s first weekly studio shows
Scripps Sports has released their NWSL studio and match broadcast lineups.
Arizona Coyotes launch direct-to-consumer (DTC) platform with Kiswe
The Arizona Coyotes are the latest team with a DTC product.
Congress hears testimony on ‘chaos’ of televised sports
Congress wrestles with evolving sports media: exclusivity, streaming chaos, and finding a solution for a healthy future.
Scripps Sports’ Brian Lawlor talks one-year anniversary: ‘You’ve got to go where there’s opportunity.’
"I think you'll see us continuing to acquire sports rights."
Arizona Coyotes games moving to Scripps-owned KASW, a former CW affiliate
A month into the season, Arizona Coyotes games are shifting to a new network.
NWSL announces new media rights deals, reportedly paying $60 million annually
The NWSL's new media rights deals have finally been announced.
Scripps Sports president claims company has contingency deals in place with teams in case more Bally Sports RSNs fall
Despite only inking deals with two teams so far, Scripps Sports claims it has contingency deals already in place with several more.
NWSL signs new media rights deals with Amazon, CBS, ESPN and Scripps
A new four-year deal not only increases the NWSL’s right fees, but also its media partners
Arizona Coyotes agree to Diamond exit, sign new broadcast TV deal with Scripps Sports
The last professional team left on Bally Sports Arizona has now left.
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.
WNBA’s national TV viewership was up more than 20 percent over last season
The league said it had the most total unique viewers since 2008.
Scripps CEO: We’re ‘ready to do a deal’ with MLB teams
"Where we think there’s a fit with our local footprint and league or a series of teams, we’re absolutely ready to do a deal."
WNBA signs media rights deal with Scripps, bringing 15 Friday night games to ION
Scripps Sports' first national media rights deal is with the WNBA.
