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%.
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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.
Islanders fire longtime announcers while evaluating radio broadcast future
Chris King had been part of the Islanders’ radio broadcast since 1998.
TNT sets viewership record for Alex Ovechkin’s record-setting goal
The network averaged 905,000 viewers for Sunday's historic performance.
Monumental Sports Network shares behind-the-scenes control room video of Alexander Ovechkin’s record-breaking goal
"Our Capitals game crew is the best in the business."
Gotham Sports App problems have created dark nights for New York sports fans
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.
MSG Networks likely going dark on Optimum TV amid carriage dispute
As per usual, the carriage dispute centers around pricing and tiering.
Islanders broadcasters fumble over new Utah Hockey Club name
Even broadcasters are not yet used to the new name for the Utah Hockey Club.
Howie Rose will be on WFAN Monday to celebrate 50 years in radio
"Hope you can join me."
NHL ref gives ‘You’re not gonna like it’ warning before announcement
"Garrett Rank is my favorite sporting official."
ESPN draws record audience for Rangers-Islanders Stadium Series game
ESPN's Stadium Series NHL broadcast on Sunday broke records for the company.
Islanders coach refers to 3-goal blown lead as a ‘sin’
If blowing a three-goal lead in the third period is considered a sin, the Islanders are going straight to hockey purgatory.
MSG+ streaming service to launch Sept. 24, will offer $9.99 single-game option
There's a new option for NBA and NHL fans in New York.
Early ESPN NHL Playoffs viewership sees ‘double-digit growth’
Wednesday's Game 2s in the 2023 NHL Playoffs on ESPN drew significant viewership growth from the 2022 NHL Playoffs.
Islanders honor Stan Fischler with press level dedication
"It's a combination of incredible, very grateful, and there's a Hebrew expression, Dayenu, which means sufficient. I'm getting this thing, this honor for basically doing what's been fun for [me] for more than half a century."
NHL Network premieres “Do It For Daron” piece on Luke Richardson’s daughter and mental health, narrated by Isles’ coach Doug Weight
Islanders' assistant coach Luke Richardson's daughter Daron took her own life in 2010. Her youth hockey teammates started the "Do It For Daron" movement to discuss mental health issues, and the Islanders embraced that by holding "Do It For Daron Night" this year. NHL Network has now featured the story in a new piece.
Mike Francesa goes on awe-inspiring rant against ‘stooge’ former Islander Rick DiPietro
You know what they say, you come at the king of New York sports talk radio, you best...
Doc Emrick will be calling Rangers-Islanders from the crowd
Doc Emrick is not just a man of the people but some would even say he’s the voice of hockey in...