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On the 40-minute podcast, Steve Raab, the president of SNY, the Mets’ network is the guest. Raab, one of the smarter executives in sports media, explains his view of where regional sports networks are headed, what he would be thinking about if he were MLB and how everything must evolve at a quicker pace.
What you need to know about the pod:
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How sports media drives the overall sports business of leagues, teams and conferences
When the headwinds for regional sports networks first appeared
The rights of regional sports networks need to evolve
Why SNY has decided to go direct to consumer now with MLB as its partner
Raab says first mover advantage doesn't apply in his space
What should MLB do with its overall rights
How there are a small group of teams that may decide MLB's future as swing voters
Why big markets have to protect themselves
The Dodgers have a huge advantage with its local media deal
MLB can’t silo off its media situation from its other issues
There is a tension between fan friendliness and the economics needed to drive the business
Technology will solve how to find games, a constant fan frustration
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