NEW YORK, Feb., 2025 — MSG Networks and Optimum have successfully concluded negotiations, leading to the anticipated relaunch of MSG Networks on Optimum’s video lineups. This collaboration promises to restore and enhance access to premium sports and entertainment content for subscribers across the region.
The new arrangement marks a significant milestone in the partnership between these two entities, dedicated to delivering exceptional media and entertainment experiences. Both parties expressed their gratitude to their subscribers and fans for their patience and support throughout the negotiation process.
While the specific terms of the agreement remain confidential, the renewed partnership is set to benefit both MSG Networks’ viewers and Optimum subscribers significantly.
MSG Networks Inc. operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG and MSG Sportsnet, and a direct-to-consumer platform, MSG+, included in the Gotham Sports App. These platforms offer exclusive coverage of premier teams such as the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, New York Islanders, New Jersey Devils, and Buffalo Sabres, and also provide extensive coverage of the New York Giants and Buffalo Bills. Known for its high-quality sports programming, MSG Networks serves the New York DMA—one of the largest media markets in the United States—covering areas in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. MSG Networks is a division of Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR).
Optimum is a division of Altice USA (NYSE: ATUS), one of the largest broadband communications and video service providers in the United States. Serving approximately 4.6 million residential and business customers across 21 states, Optimum offers broadband, video, mobile, proprietary content, and advertising services. The brand is also known for its advanced advertising solutions through Optimum Media and its commitment to hyper-local news via the News 12 Networks.
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