MASN, the sports network that broadcasts Nationals and Orioles games, announced Monday plans to launch a sports media app to stream content within the network’s broadcast territory. But fans will still be required to have a cable subscription to use the app.
The network’s broadcast territory spans seven states, and the app is expected to be ready by opening day. The app will also feature unique video and editorial content, live odds and gaming analysis, according to a release.
The live streaming will be available on desktop, mobile and Roku platforms.
“MASN will continue, as we have for the last 15 years, to broadcast more than 300 baseball games and 600 30-minute pre- and post-game shows,” John McGuinness said in a release, the senior vice president of marketing and general sales manager of the Mid-Atlantic Sports Network. “The network’s investment in live streaming expands our ability to deliver premium content and provide deeper engagement opportunities for fans and marketers alike.”
— Nationals on MASN (@masnNationals) January 25, 2021
The Athletic reported last week that MASN was moving away from pregame and postgame shows while also cutting on-air staff for both the Nationals and Orioles. MASN announced the Orioles’ broadcast team Monday, confirming the exits of several broadcasters, including Gary Thorne and Jim Hunter.
• Andy Kostka can be reached at akostka@washingtontimes.com.
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