Tag: sports media

Skip highlights that Disney may have unintentionally leaked the name of its upcoming DTC ESPN streaming service—ESPN All Access—during the 2025 CTV Connect conference. While not officially confirmed, the name surfaced publicly for the first time. Skip points out the…

NASCAR expects its move to Prime Video in 2025 to match cable viewership, projecting at least 2 million viewers per race. This marks the first time premier NASCAR events will be exclusively streamed, with five races airing on Prime as…

Josh Allen is teaming up with Skydance Sports to develop a mix of scripted, unscripted, and branded content. The Buffalo Bills QB and reigning NFL MVP says he’s excited to use his platform for storytelling, while Skydance sees him as…

Awful Announcing introspects on the sudden end of ESPN and Major League Baseball’s broadcast partnership, which was set to run through 2028. Over the years, ESPN deprioritized baseball in favor of higher-rated sports like the NFL and NBA, leading to…

Major League Soccer kicks off its 30th season amid concerns over its exclusive Apple TV+ deal and lack of viewership transparency. Commissioner Don Garber deflected blame to Apple for not sharing subscriber numbers, fueling doubts about the success of MLS…

MLB and ESPN will end their TV deal after 2025, with MLB seeking new partners, including streamers like Amazon and Netflix. The move highlights a broader shift in sports media as leagues prioritize visibility and flexibility over traditional long-term TV…

The NWSL has partnered with Overtime to expand its digital reach, allowing Overtime FC to share NWSL highlights, behind-the-scenes content, and player-driven storytelling across its social media platforms. The collaboration reflects a broader industry trend where sports leagues are working…

SNY has launched a direct-to-consumer streaming service for New York Mets games, becoming the first third-party RSN to offer in-market streaming through the MLB App. The service costs $24.99/month or $124.99 for the season and includes MLB’s advanced streaming features.…

SURJ Sports Investment, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has acquired a minority stake in DAZN for a reported $1 billion. The deal includes the formation of DAZN MENA, a joint venture aimed at expanding sports broadcasting in…

ESPN is in talks to acquire NFL Network, NFL RedZone, and the league’s fantasy platform, potentially integrating them into its upcoming Flagship streaming service. The deal would strengthen ESPN’s negotiating power with cable distributors while allowing the NFL to offload…