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Stanley Cup Final Game Two Viewership Highest Since 2015

"Game 2 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final averaged 4.7 million viewers on ABC Thursday night. That's up 88% compared to Game 2 of the 2025 Final on TNT/truTV and up 33% versus Game 2 of the 2024 Final on ABC."

James VanOsdol Rejoins WXRT to Champion Chicago’s Local Music Scene

"Local Anesthetic, relaunches June 14 from 9-10 p.m"

NPR Names Nadine Zylstra as Chief Content Officer

"I really feel like I've been training for this job my whole life."

KCMO Talk Radio to Simulcast in Topeka on 102.9 KTOP-FM

"We’re excited to welcome Topeka listeners into the conversation, connecting directly with the community and delivering the regional and local news coverage it deserves.”

NFL Advertising Revenue Reportedly Climbs 7% for 2025 Season

"Regular-season TV revenue grew 6% to $4.2 billion. Postseason growth was even steeper, as the NFL’s 13-game January/February slate generated $1.62 billion in total sales, an 8.5% gain that works out to an additional $127 million."

The 47th Annual Sports Emmy Awards Recognize Sports Television’s Best

"A total of 47 category winners were announced according to NATAS."

Four NFL Players Set To Become the Next Network Stars for Football

"If we’re talking about the biggest long-term difference-makers for NFL television, these same four names still stand above the rest."

NBC Sports Takes Extra NFL Game During 2026 Season

“We’re excited to work with our partners at the NFL to acquire an additional game for NBCUniversal platforms at a crucial point on the schedule."

YouTube Reportedly Could Be Without Any NFL Games This Season

"YouTube had been in talks with the NFL to broadcast as many as five games in 2026. However, those negotiations have since stalled."

MLB National Average Game Viewership Best Since 2017

"MLB is averaging 2.28 million viewers per game across ESPN, FOX Sports, NBC Sports, and Netflix."

NBC Posts Largest Kentucky Derby Audience Ever with 19.6 Million Viewers

"Final Nielsen numbers arrive Tuesday, so minor adjustments could follow."

NBC Sports’ NBA Playoff Viewership Doubling Comparable Figures Year Over Year

"Through 13 games on NBC and Peacock, the network is averaging 4.9 million viewers. That's up 58% over comparable coverage last year."

Gambling’s Grip on Sports Networks Is Growing Along With Added Risks

"Leagues have accepted the revenue. Networks have built it into broadcasts and are being paid a premium for it. Sportsbooks have expanded the menu. Everyone has a stake. That also means everyone shares responsibility."

NBC Sports’ NBA Comeback Has Hit Its Stride With the Postseason

"In one of its biggest broadcasts of the season, the network’s talent and production team elevated their performance and delivered a compelling postseason presentation."

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"We’re excited to welcome Topeka listeners into the conversation, connecting directly with the community and delivering the regional and local news coverage it deserves.”

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