Tag: Sports Business Journal

Both MLS and Apple are attempting to renew subscribers for the upcoming MLS season, which commences on Wednesday, Feb. 21.

"Together we have defined the League’s strategic priorities and identified areas for significant growth and investment.  Those areas – such as international expansion, the growth of flag football, and the continued development of media and digital platforms – will help shape the future of the game."

"John Ourand is an incredibly talented, kind person who helped us all be better. We wish him the best in the future and know he will continue to thrive and we all will be watching and reading.”

The streaming company is reportedly interested in creating a docuseries around the tournament.

"...if we can deliver scale or deliver a critical mass and maybe even include it as part of a national arrangement we’re negotiating right now, those opportunities are very intriguing."

"Navigating these choppy waters requires discussions with, and cooperation from, many parties...."

"As of last measurement, ESPN is in nearly 71.321 million homes while FS1 is available in 71.375 million."

"By going the private equity route, Iger would have cover to manage the business more aggressively and move more quickly into sports gaming and streaming."

The new tiers will reportedly only be marketed to new customers or those interested in changing their slate of programming.

Diamond Sports Group must pay the Texas Rangers by Thursday of this week or relinquish the team’s media rights.