Mike Breen reminds Mikal Bridges this is live TV
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Walt Frazier set to call final NBA playoff game of his career: ‘It’s devastating’
"It's definitely a downer."
MSG Networks slashes media rights fees for Knicks, Rangers
The Knicks will take a 28% reduction in media rights fee, while the Rangers will be cut by 18%.
Walt Frazier misses Knicks-Pistons Game 3 with illness
"Clyde will be back for Game 5"
MSG Networks nearing deal to avoid bankruptcy, could lead to YES Network merger
The regional sports network is refinancing its debt and lowering its media rights fees, priming it for a sale.
Mike Breen urges NBA refs to ‘be more consistent’ in playoffs
"All this stuff going on and they call that. It’s got to be more consistent so the players know how much they can do and how much they can’t"
Local NHL viewership a mixed bag, distribution proves key factor
Carriage disputes and new local media rights arrangements proved the biggest factors impacting NHL viewership this season.
Sam Rosen bids farewell after 40 years with Rangers: ‘Thank you, from the bottom of my heart’
"Final game of this glorious broadcasting career"
Former Rangers star surprises retiring announcer Sam Rosen with tribute
“How cool is this, wearing No. 40 in honor of Sam Rosen for his 40th and final season in the booth."
Knicks announcer Walt Frazier turns 80: ‘I don’t see retirement anytime soon’
"I’m just like on a magic carpet ride when I’m thinking about being 80 years old, man! I can’t believe it."
Mike Breen delivers touching tribute for retiring Rangers broadcaster Sam Rosen
"I can't think of a more fitting person to get that type of treatment here at Madison Square Garden."
MSG Networks on the verge of possible bankruptcy
MSG Networks, which broadcasts the New York Knicks and Rangers, could enter bankruptcy protection due to a massive loan payment.
Longtime MSG sportscaster Al Trautwig passes away at 68
Trautwig will always be remembered for his more than 30 years as a studio host on MSG.
MSG and Optimum strike deal to end carriage dispute
This dispute, running since January 1, has finally ended.
MSG recruits Sam Rosen to troll Optimum over carriage dispute
"Don’t be without your MSG Networks. Do what I did. Switch to Verizon Fios"
Optimum subscribers angry top execs get raises amid MSG Networks blackout
“These pay increases are funded at the expense of Altice’s customers …"
NY Gov. Kathy Hochul takes action on MSG Networks-Optimum dispute
"Enough is enough!”
New York AG Letitia James ‘demands refunds’ for those facing MSG Networks blackouts
"New York sports fans are being put in the penalty box."
Mike Breen feels ‘awful’ for Knicks fans dealing with MSG Networks blackout
"To have this being a thrilling ride right now and not be able to watch it, I couldn't imagine."
MSG Networks could reportedly strike deal with Amazon to avoid bankruptcy
The network currently finds itself in an ongoing carriage dispute with Optimum.
MSG Networks’ arbitration offer to Optimum for short carriage extension refuted as ‘PR stunt’
""We believe it is unfair to charge customers for something they do not watch..."
MSG Networks claims Optimum parent walked away from negotiations (Updated)
The shutdown won't do any favors for MSG Networks as bankruptcy looms.
NY Rangers announcer John Giannone reveals prostate cancer diagnosis on Hockey Fights Cancer night
"Exactly a month ago today, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer."
Mike Breen confuses ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ with ‘Pardon the Interruption’
"I don't know why I said Pardon the Interruption."
MSG Networks officially go dark on Optimum despite efforts at resolution
A source familiar says MSG Networks offered a reduction in carriage fees, but was rejected.