Idle notes: NHL media rights; Sports Illustrated; “The Jump”
The NHL could look to split its media rights among multiple partners in its next deal.
Rights Deals
Idle notes: NFL changes, NBA late games, NFLN-CUSA, ESPN in Vegas
The NFL has announced a number of TV-related changes Wednesday, including a later start for Sunday Divisional Round games.
Extra Points: Joe Thomas, Ron Darling, Big East, FloSports
The long-coveted Joe Thomas has finally found a landing spot.
XFL banks on broadcast television in deals with ESPN, FOX
The new XFL will have even more broadcast television exposure than the original.
Extra points: Disney-Sinclair, Bob Ley, Horowitz, Arena League
Sinclair has acquired the RSNs Disney purchased from Fox.
Extra Points: RSNs, Peyton, WNBA, Richt
Sinclair has reportedly posted the highest bid for the RSNs Disney acquired from Fox.
Extra Points: Darling, Tirico, Big 12, Fox RSNs
Mets analyst Ron Darling is taking time off due to health issues.
Extra Points: Waltrip, Dale Jr., BIG3, AAF
Longtime NASCAR broadcaster Darrell Waltrip is retiring.
Extra Points: Glanville, Danica, ESPN-AAC, Fox RSNs
ESPN is bringing back Doug Glanville.
UFC, ESPN, Extend Deal; ESPN+ to Carry All PPV Events
Just a few months into their media rights deal, ESPN and the UFC have already extended their relationship.
