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.
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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"
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..."
Nexstar stations restored to Altice’s Optimum packages just ahead of NFL divisional playoff games
This deal will make it easier for Optimum customers to watch local networks through that MVPD during this round of playoff games.
MSG Networks claims Optimum parent walked away from negotiations (Updated)
The shutdown won't do any favors for MSG Networks as bankruptcy looms.
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.
Optimum releases dramatic attack ad accusing ESPN, Disney of price-gouging
The latest ESPN carriage dispute is getting ugly.