Sports Broadcasts Expand Access Across Multiple Teams

DirecTV has introduced MyHome Team, a new local sports package for Chicago sports fans, amidst ongoing carriage negotiations between local networks and Comcast. MyHome Team, costing $19.99 monthly as an add-on to the $69.99 MySports package, offers access to live games without a satellite. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Brewers games will be broadcast free-to-air in Wisconsin through partnerships with Good Karma Brands and FanDuel Sports Network, expanding access to over four million households. Similarly, the Kansas City Royals have secured a deal to broadcast 10 games on free TV through KCTV5 and KSMO, enhancing accessibility for fans. The Chicago Cubs will start their season with broadcasts from Tokyo on Marquee Sports Network, which offers streaming options for subscribers. These developments highlight a trend towards widening access to sports broadcasts through both traditional and streaming platforms.