ESPN actively planning to offer linear feed directly to consumers, has deals with two leagues

[cosmo_kramer]

View: https://x.com/sherman4949/status/1722363020792193267?s=20

 

[Yespage]

I can't wait for bundling of all the streaming sevices, in "one convenient and less expensive app".

 

[cosmo_kramer]

View: https://x.com/andrewmarchand/status/1828807222098300991?s=46&t=SgVmKWgotnunXTHuBagFSA

 

[Bruce]

View: https://x.com/andrewmarchand/status/1828807222098300991?s=46&t=SgVmKWgotnunXTHuBagFSA

And they are back to Disney/Fox talking about including Fox Sports content, because of the Venu disaster.

Fox desperately needs more revenue from it’s sports content, but cannot go on it alone, not enough content to make it viable by itself.

 

[prushing]

View: https://x.com/andrewmarchand/status/1828807222098300991?s=46&t=SgVmKWgotnunXTHuBagFSA

ESPN needs to hurry up and figure this out, they shouldn't need a year. I think the only issue is they have to immediately offer the same package to all providers and most of them will probably move away from providing a total subscriber fee model.

 

[Joe The Dragon]

ESPN needs to hurry up and figure this out, they shouldn't need a year. I think the only issue is they have to immediately offer the same package to all providers and most of them will probably move away from providing a total subscriber fee model.

Disney also needs to unlink the locals as well.

 

[Bruce]

Some info was released-
Along with the Live Simulcast

• Multi-screen viewing: Watch multiple games or events simultaneously.
• ESPN Bet integration: Place bets directly within the streaming experience.
• Ticketing and merchandising: Purchase tickets and merchandise seamlessly.
• Fantasy sports tools: Manage your fantasy teams and access real-time data.
• Personalized content: Receive customized recommendations and curated content feeds.
• Advanced statistics: Dive deep into real-time data and analytics.
• ESPN+ inclusion: Access the existing ESPN+ library within the flagship service.

ESPN’s Pitaro Unveils Ambitious Sports Streaming Plans

ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro laid out plans for the company's flagship app—while also explaining one of his foremost pet peeves.

frontofficesports.com

The above link, I had to go into reader mode to view, but some of the story available here-

New Details About ESPN's New Stand Alone Streaming Service | Cord Cutters News

ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro has painted a bold vision for the future of the sports media giant, emphasizing that its forthcoming direct-to-consumer streaming service will be much more than just a digital version of the traditional cable channel. Speaking at the Columbia University Sports...

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