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nfotiu · 03-10-2021, 08:18 AM

I wonder if they'll put all out of market games on ESPN+ and ditch nhl.tv. I could see that being seen as a strong driver to ESPN+ subscribers. A game of the week on and ESPN linear isn't really worth much on its own. Playoffs and a strong streaming draw are probably where the money is.

03-10-2021, 08:18 AM	#25
nfotiu Franchise Player Join Date: May 2002 Location: Virginia Exp:	I wonder if they'll put all out of market games on ESPN+ and ditch nhl.tv. I could see that being seen as a strong driver to ESPN+ subscribers. A game of the week on and ESPN linear isn't really worth much on its own. Playoffs and a strong streaming draw are probably where the money is.