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NBCUniversal launches new sports cable network
NBCUniversal revives NBC Sports Network to air live NBA, MLB, Premier League, and Olympic sports, initially on YouTube TV, reaching nearly 60 million pay-TV households.
- On Nov. 17, NBCUniversal will relaunch the NBC Sports Network, debuting the revived NBCSN first on YouTube TV.
- After winding down in 2021, the network originated as Outdoor Life Network and Versus, and NBCU said the revival aims to reduce app‑hopping and keep sports accessible across platforms.
- Programming will include NBA and WNBA games, Premier League soccer, Big Ten and Notre Dame football, Olympic Gold Zone hosted by Scott Hanson, and Peacock shows like `PFT Live` and `The Dan Patrick Show`.
- NBCU announced the channel will be exclusive with participating pay‑TV partners, with Comcast's Xfinity to follow soon and deals with other providers expected in the coming months.
- With 41 million Peacock subscribers and nearly 60 million pay‑TV households, Matt Schnaars said the new NBC Sports Network adds an important pillar in NBCUniversal's linear and streaming strategy.
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