Disney’s ESPN wants to be the hub for all live sports streaming — even for its competition.
The sports network has held conversations with major sports leagues and media partners about launching a feature on ESPN.com and its free ESPN app that will link users directly to where a live sporting event is streaming, according to people familiar with the matter.
That could include national or global streaming services, such as Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video, or a regional sports service such as Sinclair’s Bally Sports+ or Madison Square Garden Entertainment’s MSG+.
The actual media partners haven’t yet been determined, and there’s no timeline on when such a feature would launch, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private. Still, ESPN has broached the idea to the major sports leagues and media companies to gauge their enthusiasm, the people said.
While the business terms of the concept could still change, ESPN has considered a model in which it would…
2023-03-02 19:13:59
Original from www.cnbc.com
In a major move to take the digital sports streaming market by storm, ESPN recently announced its plans to become the premier live sports streaming platform. The launch of their new digital streaming service, ESPN+, is set to revolutionize the way that people consume live sports.
The new streaming subscription service includes over 10,000 live sports events per year, including Major League Baseball and National Hockey League games, as well as NCAA basketball and football games. ESPN+ also gives subscribers access to exclusive original shows, as well as in-depth analysis from some of the biggest names in sports media. With such a wide selection of content, there is something for everyone.
ESPN+ is available for $4.99 a month, and for that pricing, subscribers get access to a library of original and exclusive content. ESPN+ is also offering a variety of exclusive sports packages, such as a special package for NFL fans, or a special ESPN+ bundle with HBO, which includes access to the full library of HBO content.
To celebrate the launch, ESPN is offering prospective subscribers a free 7-day trial. This is a great opportunity to test-drive the service and see if it’s a good fit for you.
With the launch of ESPN+, ESPN is making a statement that they are no longer content with simply being an afterthought in the digital sports streaming industry. With so much great content available, it’s hard to see how ESPN+ won’t become the go-to platform for live sports streaming.