The NHL has no cable network home. Which means it likely the end of the beloved national hockey night theme. Which makes me really sad. There is a slim chance that ESPN might get a deal dirt cheap.
However, I think more than likely the NHL will end up on a smaller channel like SPIKE. Because, of fear of a ratings slump.
But the last week I am leaning towards Comcast stepping in. Comcast sportsnet is just regional in major cities. However, they are carrying the draft lottery when even ESPN won't. This comes on the heels of Flyers owner Ed Snider slamming ESPN, saying they sucked at promoting the game anyway. Which I thought was a lousy thing to do, since there was still as hot of ESPN and the NHL making up. Not to mention I totally disagree with that statement. If anything ESPN stood by the NHL too long from business prospective.
It's clear Comcasts goal is to have a national sports network. This would be a step in the right direction. They tried to buy Disney last year. So, I guess if you can't buy them. Build your empire and one day mop the floor with them. 5 years from now Comcast Sportsnet could easily be not only a national sports channel, but knock ESPN off its throne. Now, the whole Monday night football thing makes more sense. Almost, like a pre emptive strike.
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