The Cincinnati Reds announced a new linear and digital rights agreement with Main Street Sports, owner of FanDuel Sports Network (formerly Bally Sports), to produce and distribute Reds game telecasts in 2025.
¡°Our top priority is to make sure Reds games are accessible to our fans,¡± said Doug Healy, Reds Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. ¡°The decision to stay with FanDuel Sports Network provides continuity for our fans to watch Reds games as in previous seasons, and now with a direct-to-consumer streaming product available through the FanDuel Sports Network app.¡±
Per the agreement, FanDuel Sports Network will remain the home of the Reds in 2025, broadcasting all in-market games that are not exclusively televised nationally, as well as 30-minute pre and postgame shows. In addition, the agreement includes rights to distribute programming direct-to-consumer (DTC) in-market. Fans will now be able to stream games on the FanDuel Sports Network app by authenticating with their pay TV credentials or purchasing a DTC subscription. More information regarding DTC subscriptions, including pricing, will be announced ahead of the upcoming 2025 season.
¡°We are eager to continue our partnership with the Reds and look forward to collaborating with them to elevate the fan experience,¡± said David DeVoe, COO and CFO, Main Street Sports. ¡°With our best-in-class partnerships, cutting-edge technology and highly skilled production team, we remain committed to delivering high quality viewing options to local fans. We are confident that our recent agreements and reimagined business model position us to best serve our partners. We are appreciative of the support from both Major League Baseball and the Reds.¡±
The Reds previously announced an arrangement with Major League Baseball to produce and distribute their local games for the 2025 season. The rights agreement with FanDuel Sports Network will replace that arrangement.
¡°Major League Baseball has been an incredible resource for all the Clubs navigating the complexities of the rapidly changing media landscape,¡± said Phil Castellini, Reds President and CEO. ¡°The Reds are extremely grateful to Commissioner Manfred and Major League Baseball for their continued support and collaboration.¡±
What is FanDuel Sports Network Ohio?
FanDuel Sports Network Ohio is the proud regional television home of the Cincinnati Reds. FanDuel Sports Network Ohio will produce and broadcast on linear and streaming all regular season games not selected for exclusive national broadcast as well as 30-minute pre- and postgame shows.
How can I get FanDuel Sports Network Ohio?
How can I stream the Reds?
Fans can stream FanDuel Sports Network¡¯s Reds coverage on the FanDuel Sports Network app and www.FanDuelSportsNetwork.com. Simply login to the app using their DTC subscription pay-TV subscription credentials.
The FanDuel Sports Network app is available for download on most iOS devices, on most Android devices, and on most Windows PCs and tablets. It also available on several living-room/connected-device platforms. Click HERE for a full list of supported devices.
Will the Reds be on FanDuel TV?
No, Reds games will not be on FanDuel TV. Reds games and programming will be on FanDuel Sports Network.
What is the difference between FanDuel Sports Network and FanDuel TV?
FanDuel Sports Network is a group of Regional Sports Networks (RSN¡¯s) that produce and deliver live NBA, NHL and MLB game telecasts with which they have the rights.
FanDuel TV is the network that features live horse racing coverage, live international sports, wagering insights, and analysis from top personalities on studio shows.
What if my provider does not have FanDuel Sports Network?
You can stream Reds games and programming directly on the FanDuel Sports Network app with a DTC subscription. Visit www.FanDuelSportsNetwork.com for more information.
What is DTC?
DTC is a direct-to-consumer streaming option. FanDuel Sports Network now offers a DTC option where fans in their Reds TV territory can stream the Reds on the FanDuel Sports Network app. Visit www.FanDuelSportsNetwork.com for information.
How much does a DTC subscription cost?
More information regarding DTC subscriptions, including pricing, will be announced ahead of the upcoming 2025 season.
Where can I find tech support?
Tech support for FanDuel Sports Network is available HERE on FanDuelSportsNetwork.com. Live tech support is available via chat and email as well as @FanDuelSN_Help on X.
In what areas are Reds games aired on FanDuel Sports Network?
Reds regional TV territory, as defined by Major League Baseball, is portions of Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, West Virginia, Tennessee and North Carolina.
Reds telecasts are available on FanDuel Sports Network Ohio in southern and central Ohio, and portions of Kentucky, Indiana, and West Virginia. Reds telecasts are also available on FanDuel Sports Network South and Southeast throughout Tennessee and portions of North Carolina and on FanDuel Sports Network Indiana in portions of Indiana.
How is the Reds¡¯ regional TV territory determined?
Major League Baseball designates geographic territories to which each team can show its regionally televised games.
How do I watch the Reds if I live outside their regional TV territory?
Reds fans outside of the regional TV territory can subscribe to Major League Baseball¡¯s out-of-market packages, MLB.TV or MLB Extra Innings, to view games.
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