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Knicks, Ducks Among Local Ratings Gainers in Tough TV Era

While the invisible hand of the market tirelessly goes about its business of flipping the bird at the beleaguered RSN model, the rise of streaming has ensured that local sports consumption remains as massive as it was during pay-TV’s heyday. Per Nielsen Station Index data, in-market NHL deliveries grew 15% during the…

Published 24 Apr 2026Curated by Transfer Window
Knicks, Ducks Among Local Ratings Gainers in Tough TV Era

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While the invisible hand of the market tirelessly goes about its business of flipping the bird at the beleaguered RSN model, the rise of streaming has ensured that local sports consumption remains as massive as it was during pay-TV’s heyday. Per Nielsen Station Index data, in-market NHL deliveries grew 15% during the…