Television networks are bracing for revamped schedules as the NHL, NBA and NFL postpone games because of coronavirus constraints
Lee Berke, a sports-media consultant, says sports broadcasters are in a much better position this time around.
“We are in regular communication with our league partners, including the NHL, to understand and adapt to the competition and scheduling decisions they make,” ESPN said in a written statement. ESPN, a unit ofThe NBA informed teams this week that it could still juggle the schedule for Christmas, the league’s highest-profile day of the regular season, in response to the more than 80 players who are currently sidelined by Covid-19 protocols.
The NFL has had to postpone three games so far. One was eventually played on Monday night, and the other two were scheduled to be played on Tuesday night. A person familiar with the league said the NFL doesn’t expect the playoffs or the Super Bowl to be delayed at this point.
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