ESPN’s Plan Centers on ESPN Plus and Big Rights
ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro cites the launch and success of ESPN Plus as the core move, with long term rights deals with the NFL SEC NHL and NBA as a close second. The strategy aims to accumulate top sports events and monetize them across cable streaming and new bundles while navigating a shrinking traditional pay TV base.
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