About this episode
The episode discusses the ownership changes at MLSE, including Rogers' full acquisition and its implications for various sports teams and broadcasting rights.
Jonah Sigel and John Shannon discussed the ownership history of MLSE, Bell and Rogers' evolving interests leading to Rogers acquiring full ownership (pending league approvals for NHL, NBA, and MLS), and Larry Tannen's share adjustments. The conversation also covered Brendan Shanahan's departure from the Maple Leafs, Keith P's press conference, media relations, upcoming player contract decisions by Brad Treliving, and the uncertain future structure of MLSE and its assets, including potential Blue Jays separation. Additionally, they touched upon Rogers' NHL broadcast rights renewal, the state of hockey broadcasting, and the NHL's US television deal and potential expansion.
People in this episode
Host: Jonah Sigel
Topics covered
- MLSE ownership history
- Rogers acquisition
- Brendan Shanahan departure
- NHL broadcast rights
- media relations
- player contract decisions
- MLSE future structure
Keywords
- MLSE
- Rogers
- Bell
- NHL
- NBA
- MLS
- Brendan Shanahan
- Keith P
- Brad Treliving
- Blue Jays
Mentioned in this episode
Products: NHL broadcast rights, NHL US television deal
Places: US
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