Discussions about a potential shift in the sports broadcasting landscape have emerged, with Amazon possibly in talks with various sports teams and networks. The MLB is reportedly close to a deal with Diamond Sports Group to continue broadcasting games through 2024. This move could see Prime Video becoming a major platform for local NBA, NHL, and MLB games, potentially altering the dynamics of sports broadcasting.
The MLB is reportedly nearing a deal with Diamond Sports Group to keep games through 2024. (h/t @Sportico) https://t.co/lsnh6rf53E
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Prime Video becoming a major home for local NBA/NHL/MLB games would be a fascinating dynamic shift. https://t.co/uN3fQMoOUL
You have to think (hope?) Amazon has been in talks with the Mariners and ROOT about figuring something out. https://t.co/q9FFcVZXCo
Lots of ways they could go. Streaming option, an exclusive package of games similar to what they have with the Yankees, etc. https://t.co/d4LD1eHo0B
A consolidated conference w/ a commissioner, a rotating national schedule & a revenue sharing model w/ players is essentially another pro league. That’s perhaps a sensible path. It becomes even more interesting if colleges can extend player contracts. That’s a competing league. https://t.co/Mjfv0B7zEk