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    Amazon Makes Play For Local Sports Broadcasts

    • Amazon is working on becoming a broadcaster of local MLB, NBA, and NHL games.
    • The retail giant is in talks with Diamond Sports Group, just after Diamond and MLB reached an agreement on broadcasts for 2024.
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    Dec 19, 2023 | 03:28 am
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    Amazon is in talks with Diamond Sports Group on a deal that could lead to the tech and retail giant becoming a broadcaster of local MLB, NBA, and NHL games. The reported talks come on the heels of a MLB and Diamond reaching a framework agreement on broadcasts for the 2024 season. The uncertainty around local media revenues has led to some MLB teams taking a tentative approach to spending this offseason.

    Plus, Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich calls in from Los Angeles, where a trial is underway that could lead to college football and basketball athletes becoming employees, with all the associated rights and benefits.

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