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World Cup Final combines for more than 66 million across Fox, Telemundo
The following article " World Cup Final combines for more than 66 million across Fox, Telemundo " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The World Cup ended with another historic audience. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
News: NHL, Telemundo, Audacy-SiriusXM and more
The following article " News: NHL, Telemundo, Audacy-SiriusXM and more " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The NHL will produce regional broadcasts for four clubs next season; Telemundo lands Spanish-language UEFA rights in the U.S.; and select Audacy stations will become available on SiriusXM later this year. Plus news on Zlatan Ibrahimović, Noah Eagle, Tim Tebow and Joey Votto. NHL to produce regional broadcasts for four clubs next season The NHL […] Visit Sports Media Watch fo...
On the Air: The day ESPN laid me off
The following article " On the Air: The day ESPN laid me off " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . On the latest edition of "On the Air," Armand Broady shares his first-hand experience being part of ESPN layoffs. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Ravech reportedly laid off hours after calling game for ESPN
The following article " Ravech reportedly laid off hours after calling game for ESPN " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . ESPN baseball voice Karl Ravech has been included in the network's latest round of layoffs. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
ESPN reportedly cuts Ryan Clark during “NFL Live,” more layoffs expected Tuesday
The following article " ESPN reportedly cuts Ryan Clark during “NFL Live,” more layoffs expected Tuesday " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . One of ESPN's higher-profile analysts is on the way out. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Paramount-WBD merger on hold amid TRO
The following article " Paramount-WBD merger on hold amid TRO " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The planned $110 billion transaction for Paramount to acquire the entirety of Warner Bros. Discovery has been put on hold under a temporary restraining order issued Monday. The temporary restraining order occurs after a consortium of 12 state attorneys general last week filed a lawsuit against the merger transaction, which would place two major Hollywood […] Visit Sports Media Watch ...
On the Air: How Andrés Cantor’s style suits different expectations
The following article " On the Air: How Andrés Cantor’s style suits different expectations " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Examining the unique style of Telemundo's Andres Cantor and why his lack of impartiality fits the different expectations of his audience. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Will the World Cup Final be the most-watched soccer match on record?
The following article " Will the World Cup Final be the most-watched soccer match on record? " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Viewership records were shattered throughout the FIFA World Cup. Will Sunday's final be an exception? Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
World Cup sets yet more viewership records in semifinals
The following article " World Cup sets yet more viewership records in semifinals " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Heading into the final 48 hours of the FIFA World Cup, the viewership records continue to fall. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
News: ESPN, Fandango, NHL and more
The following article " News: ESPN, Fandango, NHL and more " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro discusses “give and take” within its sports rights portfolio; Fandango plans to expand in entertainment and sports content; and the NHL schedule includes more Monday matinee games. Plus news on the Atlanta Hawks, Scripps Sports, New York Yankees and David Steele. Pitaro discusses “give and take” regarding sports rights In an […] Visit Sports Media Watch for mo...
On the Air: The plain-spoken magic of Verne Lundquist
The following article " On the Air: The plain-spoken magic of Verne Lundquist " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . On the latest "On the Air," Armand Broady pays tribute to Verne Lundquist on the retired broadcaster's 86th birthday. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Netflix brings the Home Run Derby into its streaming era
The following article " Netflix brings the Home Run Derby into its streaming era " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . As the crowd at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park cheered the home stars — and booed everyone else — during Monday’s Home Run Derby, Major League Baseball was embarking on a historic venture beyond the diamond. For the first time since the event started airing on live television in 1998, the Derby aired exclusively on Netflix. […] Visit Sports Media Watch for more ...
MLB All-Star Game hits high; Derby at low in Netflix debut
The following article " MLB All-Star Game hits high; Derby at low in Netflix debut " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Viewership for the two marquee MLB All-Star events went in opposite directions. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Wimbledon most-watched since 2019
The following article " Wimbledon most-watched since 2019 " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Wimbledon viewership finished at a seven-year high on the ESPN networks. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
From the jaws of Victory+: Teams exit streamer as local rights remain shaky
The following article " From the jaws of Victory+: Teams exit streamer as local rights remain shaky " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The local media rights landscape continues to shift, with one of the newer players suffering a pair of abrupt back-to-back setbacks. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Despite rout, Fever-Aces delivers in WNBA’s “Sunday Night Basketball” debut
The following article " Despite rout, Fever-Aces delivers in WNBA’s “Sunday Night Basketball” debut " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The WNBA debut of "Sunday Night Basketball" delivered one of the league's largest audiences in 25 years. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Versant acquires Bundesliga in latest sign of change in media rights market
The following article " Versant acquires Bundesliga in latest sign of change in media rights market " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . A new media rights deal for one of the higher-profile international soccer leagues may be a sign of things to come in the sports rights marketplace. Versant has acquired rights to the German Bundesliga and will distribute games on USA Network and the streaming service Fandango, Andrew Marchand of The Athletic reported Tuesday. Fandango, a […] Vis...
World Cup sets more viewership records in quarterfinals, topped by England-Norway
The following article " World Cup sets more viewership records in quarterfinals, topped by England-Norway " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The absence of the United States and Mexico has done nothing to slow down viewership for the FIFA World Cup. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
The following article " States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . Paramount's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery faces its first real legal challenge as a dozen U.S. states filed suit Monday to block the merger. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Led by newcomer NBC, MLB national packages mostly up at the All-Star break
The following article " Led by newcomer NBC, MLB national packages mostly up at the All-Star break " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . MLB regular season viewership is up across each of its national partners, led by newcomer NBC. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
Going behind the seams with the voices of Mets baseball on SNY
The following article " Going behind the seams with the voices of Mets baseball on SNY " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . When Gary Cohen calls New York Mets baseball for SportsNet New York, he and his colleagues in the booth are occasionally shown on camera reacting to a key moment, such as a walk-off hit, game-ending strikeout or pulchritudinous defensive play. The affiliated social media account for SNY Mets content even sometimes posts a teaser photo […] Visit Sports Media W...
Audiences still warm to Fever, with and without Clark
The following article " Audiences still warm to Fever, with and without Clark " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The Indiana Fever delivered more viewership highs this past week, both with and without Caitlin Clark in the lineup. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
NASCAR takes another “Big Data” viewership hit on linear
The following article " NASCAR takes another “Big Data” viewership hit on linear " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . When it comes to NASCAR ratings this season, the methodology and the platform seem to matter more than the racing. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
USMNT finale among most-watched non-NFL sportscasts
The following article " USMNT finale among most-watched non-NFL sportscasts " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . The United States men's national team finished its World Cup run in front of one of the largest sports audiences -- NFL excluded -- of modern times. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.
On the Air: A needless plea from John Strong to the American soccer audience
The following article " On the Air: A needless plea from John Strong to the American soccer audience " originally appeared on Sports Media Watch . On the latest "On the Air," Armand Broady explains why John Strong's appeal to soccer fans Monday night was unnecessary. Visit Sports Media Watch for more sports media news and information.