The agreement is expected to enhance DAZN's presence in the competitive streaming market.
Topic: cultureRegion: north americaUpdated: i2 outletsSources: 3⚠ Bias gap — sources divergeSpectrum: Mostly Center⏱ 3 min read
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SITUATION
MSG Networks and YES Network announced a significant change in their streaming rights, moving coverage of various sports teams to DAZN for the 2026-27 seasons. This transition will include live streaming of games and 24/7 feeds, although specific details about the switch date remain unclear (per NY Post).
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KEY FACTS
- The agreement, announced Wednesday morning in a joint release by MSG Networks and YES Network, will move live streaming coverage of the Yankees, Knicks, Rangers, Islanders, Nets and Sabres games.
- Additionally, 24/7 feeds of MSG, MSG Sportsnet and YES Network will be available to stream on DAZN, as well as on-demand content.
- Wednesday’s announcement did not say when the switch to DAZN would take place or provide other details, other than to say the move will come during the 2026-27 NBA and NHL seasons.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The recent shift in streaming rights for MSG and YES Networks to DAZN is set against a backdrop of rapid changes in how sports content is consumed in North America. The rise of streaming services has transformed the landscape of sports broadcasting, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic, which accelerated the adoption of digital platforms.
By 2021, traditional cable subscriptions began to decline sharply, prompting networks to explore new distribution models. In 2022, the launch of various streaming services, including DAZN, aimed to capture the growing audience of cord-cutters seeking flexible viewing options for live sports.
Brief
In a landmark agreement announced on July 29, 2026, DAZN has secured the streaming rights for MSG and YES Networks, which will include live coverage of major sports teams such as the New York Yankees, New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, Brooklyn Nets, and Buffalo Sabres.
This deal will transition the streaming of these teams to DAZN during the 2026-27 NBA and NHL seasons, although specific dates for the switch have not yet been disclosed. YES Network President & CEO Jon Litner highlighted the importance of evolving their product to maintain momentum, indicating that the decision was made with a strategic outlook for the future.
Fans of the Yankees will not have to change apps during the ongoing baseball season, ensuring a seamless viewing experience for them. This agreement marks a significant expansion for DAZN, which aims to enhance its sports streaming offerings in the competitive market.
The shift away from the Gotham Sports app represents a notable change in how fans will access their favorite teams, reflecting broader trends in sports media consumption.
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