MSG Networks is expanding its radio-to-TV lineup courtesy of ESPN New York. Two ESPN New York shows will simulcast on the network starting September 8.
What We Know: DiPietro & Rothenberg and Don, Hahn & Rosenberg begin simulcasting on MSG Networks Tuesday, September 8. Both shows will keep airing on ESPN New York 880 AM, the ESPN New York App, YouTube and more. The partnership builds on history between the two brands. Additionally, co-host Don La Greca already appears on MSG Networks as the Devils’ play-by-play voice. As does Alan Hahn with coverage of the New York Knicks.
What They Said: ESPN New York announcement (via social media): “Starting Tuesday, September 8, DiPietro & Rothenberg and Don, Hahn, and Rosenberg are coming to MSG Networks. You can now watch our morning and afternoon shows simulcast across MSG Networks’ TV and digital platforms – while still watching and listening on ESPN New York 880 AM, the ESPN New York App, YouTube, and MORE! We couldn’t be more excited to bring the shows to an even bigger audience. See you September 8!”
What Remains Unclear: The announcement didn’t name specific terms of the deal.
What It Means: The simulcast extends both shows’ reach beyond radio and podcasts. It also continues MSG Networks’ pattern of pairing regional coverage with established radio voices. A huge win for ESPN New York is the video simulcast is not exclusive to MSG Networks. This is added distribution that will also extend to the DAZN app. Ultimately, listeners keep every existing option while gaining a new way to watch.
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