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Netflix NFL Debut In Melbourne, Australia Averages 18.5 Million Viewers

"The game averaged 18.5 million U.S. viewers, peaking at 21.3 million between 9:30-9:45 p.m. ET. Among adults 18-34, it averaged 4.0 million viewers — the highest non-Christmas streaming number ever for a regular season game."

WGN Radio Announces Multi-Year Extension With Chicago Blackhawks

"The Blackhawks and WGN are two brands deeply rooted in Chicago, connecting fans through game coverage, conversation and storytelling."

Former WEEI Host Glenn Ordway Launching New Podcast

"Since there's no corporate boss, [or] no program director or GM, I can do whatever the hell I want."

BLI Long Island Promotes Danielle Costa to Weeknights

Costa's established weekend presence provides a foundation for weeknight success.

NFL Network Removed From Comcast As Carriage Dispute Continues

"Comcast pulled both channels late Thursday after its distribution agreement expired."

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."

UEFA Media Rights Reportedly Earn 40% Increase to Over 5 Billion

"The deal spans Europe and the Americas, excluding the United States."

Prime Video Announces Multi-Year Agreement With Duke Men’s Basketball

"Duke basketball games transcend the schedule, and the creation of this all-new offering gives fans more of what we all want."

DAZN Acquires ViewLift in Major US Sports Streaming Move

"For major US pro sports teams, the combination will offer uniquely powerful future-proofing in a disrupted market."

ESPN Executive Dave Roberts Retiring at the End of August

"This has been both a real honor and a blessing to work for and with the most talented people in the industry."

NFL Draft Viewership Dips 12% Year Over Year

"Despite the decline, this ranks as the third-most-watched NFL Draft on record in the event's current three-day format, which began in 2010."

ESPN Executive David Roberts Reportedly Retiring Soon

"According to Andrew Marchand, senior vice president Mike Foss is expected to take on expanded responsibilities."

ESPN Reportedly Near Multi-Year Agreement With Ian Rapoport

"ESPN now has both Rapoport and Adam Schefter under one umbrella as both have been destination insiders for NFL news and headlines."

ESPN Reportedly Not Spinning off From the Walt Disney Company

"According to Business Insider, D'Amaro could revisit the decision down the road. But right now, a sale is off the table."

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WGN Radio Announces Multi-Year Extension With Chicago Blackhawks

"The Blackhawks and WGN are two brands deeply rooted in Chicago, connecting fans through game coverage, conversation and storytelling."

Former WEEI Host Glenn Ordway Launching New Podcast

"Since there's no corporate boss, [or] no program director or GM, I can do whatever the hell I want."

BLI Long Island Promotes Danielle Costa to Weeknights

Costa's established weekend presence provides a foundation for weeknight success.

Ryan Clark Launches ‘The Pivot Sports’ Teaming With NFL Films

"I don’t have a fear that this doesn’t work. My fear is that I will hold on to pieces of that last experience — both good and bad — and that this works in an amazing way, and I’m still not content."