Gary Bettman loses the NHL 45M Viewers in Awful Broadcast deal
Gary Bettman, the NHL commissioner, is in the spotlight over media rights concerns.
Allan Walsh, a player agent, highlighted how the NHL's 7-year ESPN deal aligned with ESPN's subscribers dropping from 80 million to 45 million.
Disney's quest for a "strategic partner" for ESPN adds to the worries of viewer loss during Bettman's tenure.
Media Shake-up and Financial Ripples
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Additionally, the NHL grapples with Bally Sports' bankruptcy announcement, impacting 12 NHL teams and $55 million in media rights. These situations trigger concerns about the league's financial stability and potential salary cap effects.
Tweet That Sparked Concerns
NHL agent Walsh's tweet underscored the issue:
"The NHL is going into its 3rd year of its 7-year media rights deal with ESPN. Since that time, ESPN's subscriber base has fallen from 80 million to 45 million. Disney (parent company of ESPN) is now actively searching for a 'strategic partner' for the network."
Bettman faces scrutiny as the NHL navigates challenges affecting its media presence and financial landscape.
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28 AOUT | 160 ANSWERS Gary Bettman loses the NHL 45M Viewers in Awful Broadcast deal Is Bettman a good NHL commissioner? | ||
| Yes | 17 | 10.6 % |
| No | 143 | 89.4 % |
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