The Bobcat Nation

I was pretty surprised to see no ESPN available on cable tonight. I hope they get it figured out.

Sounds like Disney wants more money from Spectrum. Jeez, how much could it be. It seems like they don't have too much heartache about raising rates the rest of the time...what's so special about ESPN? They must really want a lot....

I don’t get ESPN. When I did I would mostly just watch games.I never liked Sportscenter. Ever since YouTube started having extended highlights I don’t watch many games live. MSU is the only exception.

Helcat72 wrote: ↑

Thu Aug 31, 2023 11:58 pm

Sounds like Disney wants more money from Spectrum. Jeez, how much could it be. It seems like they don't have too much heartache about raising rates the rest of the time...what's so special about ESPN? They must really want a lot....

ESPN is, and has been for a long time, the most expensive service for a cable network to buy. I saw a breakdown once, and ESPN was like 20% of the total, way more than anything else.

Bobcat4Ever wrote: ↑

Fri Sep 01, 2023 6:04 pm

Helcat72 wrote: ↑

Thu Aug 31, 2023 11:58 pm

Sounds like Disney wants more money from Spectrum. Jeez, how much could it be. It seems like they don't have too much heartache about raising rates the rest of the time...what's so special about ESPN? They must really want a lot....

ESPN is, and has been for a long time, the most expensive service for a cable network to buy. I saw a breakdown once, and ESPN was like 20% of the total, way more than anything else.

Yes, correct.

Is there any alternative to watch GameDay? I don't see it on espn+

Hope they figure this out quickly.

Our ESPN game is September 29 I believe? So long as they get it figured out by then, that's all that matters to me.

Just got this text from Spectrum:

Spectrum: Since Disney has removed their channels, we would like to offer you a FREE trial from our preferred streaming TV partner, Fubo. Visit fubotv.com/offer

grizzh8r wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 12:59 pm

Just got this text from Spectrum:

Spectrum: Since Disney has removed their channels, we would like to offer you a FREE trial from our preferred streaming TV partner, Fubo. Visit fubotv.com/offer

Thanks, I also got that message this morning. That makes me think the dispute is not liked to be resolved anytime soon. I'll have to check that out.

John K wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:28 pm

grizzh8r wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 12:59 pm

Just got this text from Spectrum:

Spectrum: Since Disney has removed their channels, we would like to offer you a FREE trial from our preferred streaming TV partner, Fubo. Visit fubotv.com/offer

Thanks, I also got that message this morning. That makes me think the dispute is not liked to be resolved anytime soon. I'll have to check that out.

Fubo makes a great workaround. Take the free offer and enjoy the game.

Bobcat4Ever wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:48 pm

John K wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:28 pm

grizzh8r wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 12:59 pm

Just got this text from Spectrum:

Spectrum: Since Disney has removed their channels, we would like to offer you a FREE trial from our preferred streaming TV partner, Fubo. Visit fubotv.com/offer

Thanks, I also got that message this morning. That makes me think the dispute is not liked to be resolved anytime soon. I'll have to check that out.

Fubo makes a great workaround. Take the free offer and enjoy the game.

Would the free trial work for all the streamers? Let's say a different one each week.

RickRund wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:53 pm

Bobcat4Ever wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:48 pm

John K wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:28 pm

grizzh8r wrote: ↑

Sat Sep 09, 2023 12:59 pm

Just got this text from Spectrum:

Spectrum: Since Disney has removed their channels, we would like to offer you a FREE trial from our preferred streaming TV partner, Fubo. Visit fubotv.com/offer

Thanks, I also got that message this morning. That makes me think the dispute is not liked to be resolved anytime soon. I'll have to check that out.

Fubo makes a great workaround. Take the free offer and enjoy the game.

Would the free trial work for all the streamers? Let's say a different one each week.

Depends on 1). Do they have ESPN? 2). Do they have free trials? If those are both true, then it should work. Or swap your Spectrum for YouTubeTV and worry no longer. Or strong-arm the grandkids for a nice six-month gift subscription to ESPN+ each year. Good luck.

The dispute has been resolved. Disney channels are back on Spectrum now.

John K wrote: ↑

Mon Sep 11, 2023 10:16 pm

The dispute has been resolved. Disney channels are back on Spectrum now.

Funny how they got it resolved right before Monday Night Football week 1...