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New England Sports Network, popularly known as NESN /nɛs.ɛn/, is an American regional sports cable and satellite television network owned by a joint venture of Fenway Sports Group (which owns a controlling 80% interest, and is the owner of the Boston Red Sox, Liverpool Football Club, and the Pittsburgh Penguins) and Delaware North (which owns the remaining 20% interest in the network as well as the Boston Bruins and TD Garden, home of the Bruins and the Boston Celtics). Headquartered in Watertown, Massachusetts, the network is primarily carried on cable providers throughout New England (except in Fairfield County, Connecticut, which is part of the greater New York City media market). NESN is also distributed nationally on satellite providers DirecTV and as NESN National via select cable providers.

Key Information

NESN is the primary broadcaster of the Boston Red Sox and the Boston Bruins – serving as the exclusive home for all games that are not televised by a national network. NESN also carries minor league baseball games, regional college sports events, various outdoor and sports talk shows. The network has become synonymous with local sports in New England, and is considered a local institution.

History

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NESN's logo from 1990 to 2019.

The New England Sports Network launched on April 4, 1984,[1] originally operating as a joint-venture of the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, and Storer Communications (the owner of WSBK-TV). The new service which featured 90 Red Sox and 40 Bruins games during its first year was sold as a premium channel with prices ranging from $7.50 to $10 per month. A number of these games were previously aired on WSBK.[2]

In 1996, NESN became the New England affiliate of Fox Sports Net (FSN), carrying the network's national sports and magazine programs; this lasted until 1999. In January 1998, then-FSN parent News Corporation acquired partial ownership of Cablevision-owned SportsChannel New England (and its sister networks), turning it into Fox Sports Net New England (now NBC Sports Boston). However, despite the name change Fox Sports New England was blocked from carrying any FSN programming due to NESN's existing affiliation agreement.[3] Fox had hoped to negotiate an early termination of that agreement, but had to wait until it expired on December 31, 1999.[4]

NESN converted into a basic cable service in 2001, a model that has since been copied by other companies through their respective launches of new regional sports networks as well as similar conversions (many of which predate NESN's transition) of those that began as pay services. Afterwards, until early 2006, NESN carried simulcasts of ESPNews during the afternoon and overnight hours. NESN has carried regional Atlantic Coast Conference college basketball games since Boston College joined the conference, including games distributed for national broadcast for and by Fox Sports Networks.

In September 2003, NESN began producing Red Sox games in high definition. In April 2006, NESN launched a full-time HD feed, after having re-located its operations from Fenway Park to a newly built studio in Watertown with expanded production capabilities.[5][6]

In 2013, NESN (through Fenway Sports Group) placed a bid to acquire the New England Media Group from The New York Times Company, which would have placed it under the common ownership of The Boston Globe; Fenway dropped out of the bidding in July.[7][8]

On August 30, 2014, the network became a charter cable affiliate of the American Sports Network, a sports syndication service founded by the Sinclair Broadcast Group, with its first ASN broadcast being a college football game between the Old Dominion Monarchs and the Hampton Pirates.[9] NESN and NESN National also agreed to carry certain games from the inaugural season of the Fall Experimental Football League in October and November 2014.[10]

On June 1, 2022, NESN became the first U.S. regional sports network to offer its content on a direct-to-consumer basis.[11][12]

On February 24, 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery, owners of AT&T SportsNet, announced that it would leave the RSN business. This included AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh, the broadcasting home of the Pittsburgh Penguins, which were purchased by FSG in late 2021. In August 2023, in a move predicted by sportswriters after the initial announcement,[13][14] the Penguins announced that they would acquire the channel and relaunch it as SportsNet Pittsburgh in October 2023, with NESN operating the channel as a sister network.[15]

Sports coverage

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Boston Red Sox

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NESN has provided coverage of the Boston Red Sox's Major League Baseball games since the network's initial spring training game broadcast upon its March 21, 1984, launch. NESN now carries full coverage of Red Sox games (with the exception of some games nationally broadcast on Fox and ESPN) as well as in-depth pre-game and post-game shows. For its first two decades, NESN split coverage with broadcast television stations in the team's market territory, with an increasing number of games moving to NESN. Since 2006, NESN is the exclusive home of all Red Sox games that are not nationally televised, using the slogan "One Nation, One Network" to signify this. In 2006, NESN became the first regional sports network to broadcast all Major League Baseball games in high definition (however, spring training games continued to be broadcast in standard definition until 2012), through the launch of its simulcast feed NESN HD.

On August 25, 2015, NESN announced that Don Orsillo, a Red Sox announcer since 2001, would not return following the 2015 season, and that his replacement would be Dave O'Brien, who had been a Red Sox Radio Network voice since 2007.[16][17] NESN's decision to replace Orsillo, a fan-favorite and Massachusetts native, was met with considerable outrage and disappointment by Red Sox fans.[18][19][20] Orsillo's broadcast partner, the late Jerry Remy, was emotional following the announcement, calling the previous 15 years "an absolute pleasure [...] I've been very fortunate because I've worked with a lot of good people, and he's right at the top of the list."[21] Fox Sports San Diego subsequently announced that Orsillo had been hired as the new play-by-play voice of the San Diego Padres, succeeding Dick Enberg (who would be retiring after the 2016 season).[22]

For Red Sox game broadcasts, Dave O'Brien currently serves as play-by-play announcer, with Kevin Youkilis as his primary color commentator, and Jahmai Webster serving as the field reporter. Other former Red Sox players such as Lou Merloni, Will Middlebrooks, and Kevin Millar also contribute as color commentators.

In 2021, NESN produced all Red Sox home games in 4K with HDR, making it the second team (behind the Toronto Blue Jays and Sportsnet), and first U.S. team, to produce their home games in 4K.[23]

Post-game

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Following each game telecast, NESN airs W.B. Mason's Extra Innings and Red Sox Final, in which Tom Caron and one or more of the studio analysts from the pre-game show deliver a wrap-up of that night's game from the studio. The team presents highlights and statistics from the preceding game and often have a team member of the Red Sox on hand to get their take on the game. This hour of coverage also focuses on the game to be played next on the preseason/seasonal game schedule, as well as news from the league. The post-game is usually not covered if the Red Sox play a game held on the west coast; NESN Sports Today immediately follows the game in those instances. Since 2006, NESN has broadcast the postgame show from its Watertown studios; it had previously been broadcast from its Fenway Park studio.[24]

College sports coverage

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NESN was a former affiliate of the ACC on Regional Sports Networks package, which included football, men’s and women’s basketball, and Olympic sporting events from all 15 ACC schools, including Boston College locally. These games have since been moved to The CW as of 2023. Through the late 2010’s, the network served as an affiliate of Fox Sports Networks and the American Sports Network, giving it access to collegiate sports events from the AHA, American Athletic Conference, Atlantic 10, Big 12, Big East, CAA, Conference USA, ECAC, Pac-12, and Patriot League, among other conferences. Additional collegiate programming formerly carried by NESN includes Southern New Hampshire University athletics, UMass football, and the Coaches vs. Cancer annual basketball event held at TD Garden.[30][31]

Other sports events

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NESN airs several minor league baseball games from the Worcester Red Sox (a AAA affiliate of the Red Sox) each season, as well as Futures at Fenway, a doubleheader featuring the WooSox and the Portland Sea Dogs. Tom Caron handles the play-by-play with Bob Montgomery as color commentator. Futures at Fenway hasn't been played in 10 years since 2014.

Since 2019, NESN has also aired a package of games involving the Cape Cod Baseball League.[32]

For many years, NESN has aired several minor professional ice hockey games from the Providence Bruins (an AHL affiliate of the Bruins).[citation needed]

From 2008 to 2014, NESN aired the New England Regional of the Little League World Series each August. Coverage ended after ESPN acquired the rights to the entirety of the regional tournaments.[33]

From November 2015 to March 2023, NESN aired the home games of the Boston Pride of the National Women's Hockey League.

In October 2023, NESN showed coverage of the British Basketball League, airing what was to be the final season of that competition.[34]

In December 2023, NESN and Rhode Island FC of the USL Championship announced a multi-year partnership to broadcast select matches starting in 2024.[35]

As of 2024, NESN became the official broadcast partner of the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL).

In 2024, NESN and NESN+ also began televising a package of games involving the Hartford Yard Goats (a AA affiliate of the Colorado Rockies).[36]

In 2025, NESN announced that they would broadcast select home matches of the USL League One soccer team Portland Hearts of Pine.[37]

NESN also airs various soccer and tennis matches.[citation needed]

As of 2025, NESN became the official broadcast partner of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL).

Programming

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Current

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  • Bruins Classics – A showcase of vintage Boston Bruins games condensed to fit a one-hour time slot.[38]
  • Celebrity Spotlight
  • Charlie Moore Outdoors – A fishing and outdoors show, hosted by Charlie Moore.
  • Dirty Water TV – A lifestyle show covering the best parties, hottest venues, and coolest destinations in New England nightlife[39]
  • Dining Playbook – A sports-themed look at the New England food and dining scene featuring celebrity chefs and favorite restaurants of local athletes
  • Friday Night Fenway – a half-hour program that airs before the Red Sox pregame show on Friday nights when the Red Sox play a home game. Tom Caron serves as host, along with a rotating group of analysts.
  • Golf Destination
  • NESN Clubhouse – A live Red Sox pregame show aimed at children; airs on Sundays when NESN is scheduled to broadcast a Red Sox game.
  • The Brick's – An awards show showcasing the top moments and players from the first half of the Bruins' season; a postseason edition of the show is also broadcast.
  • Red Sox Classics – A showcase of old Red Sox games that have been deemed classics because of an event of significance that occurred in the game or a player achieving a certain record. Walk Off Sox is essentially identical, but incorporating games that featured a walk-off win by the Red Sox.
  • The Red Sox Report – A Red Sox analysis program hosted by Tom Caron.
  • The Remy's – An awards show showcasing the top moments and players from the first half of the Red Sox's season; a postseason edition is also broadcast. Jonathan Papelbon was named the inaugural "Top Dawg" recipient in 2006.
  • Sox in 2/Bruins in 2 – A two-hour replay of the previous night's game, usually aired at 12:00 a.m. and on the following day in the early afternoon (it is not aired when the Red Sox and Bruins play a game in the Pacific Time Zone).
  • The Ultimate Red Sox Show – A weekly show recapping the week in Red Sox Nation.
  • Wicked Bites – A show focusing on some of the more fun and unique food destinations throughout New England.
  • NESN Shuffle -a 30-minute show airing a mix of highlights from NESN's first 4 decades; hosted by Jahmai Webster and Sophia Jurksztowicz on an alternating basis.
  • NESN Rundown -a 30-60 minute show featuring the best segments from NESN-produced podcasts. The show is hosted by a rotating group of NESN personalities.
  • Unobstructed Views -a periodic "alt-cast" series on NESN+ for Red Sox games(hosted by Jared Carrabis, Jonathan Papelbon and Alanna Rizzo) and Bruins games(hosted by Patrice Bergeron, Tuukka Rask and Andrew Raycroft).

Former

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  • The Big Bad Bruins Live – A weekly look into the happenings of the Boston Bruins, focusing on the top stories of the week surrounding the team, with segments about its history. The show is hosted by Dale Arnold and features a rotating panel of expert analysts.
  • The Instigators Live – A debate show featuring Bruins analysts that focuses on the latest hockey news, hosted by Jack Edwards, Andy Brickley and Billy Jaffe. The program was originally hosted by Edwards, Brickley and Mike Milbury; with Bob Beers and Lyndon Byers as substitutes.
  • NESN Live – Nightly sports news program featuring live reports and coverage of all of the major sports teams in the Boston area, cancelled in February 2018.
  • Breakfast with the Sox/Breakfast with the Bruins – A one-hour replay of the previous night's Red Sox or Bruins game. Originally aired when the Red Sox played a game on the west coast, it was later expanded to air every morning after a game; a version focusing on Bruins games debuted in 2007. The program ended in November 2010 when NESN began airing a simulcast of Dennis and Callahan.
  • Dennis and Callahan – A three-hour simulcast of a WEEI weekday morning sports talk show hosted by John Dennis and Gerry Callahan.
  • NESN After Hours – A weeknight one hour infotainment program that debuted on December 2, 2019, replacing NESN Sports Today, typically airing between 10p-12a and repeated at 2AM and 5AM the following morning. Shortened to a half-hour, solo anchor format by November 2021 following the departure of co-host Emerson Lotzia, Jr. Cancelled March 11, 2022
  • NESN's Comedy All Stars – A half-hour series featuring various stand-up comics; most of the jokes are geared towards Boston sports.
  • NESN Daily – A nightly half-hour sports news program that debuted on August 6, 2010, replacing SportsDesk; the program ended on June 10, 2013.
  • NESN Sports Today - A nightly half-hour sports news program that replaced NESN Daily in June 2013 and was replaced by NESN After Hours in December 2019
  • NESN Sports Update – A 30-minute sports news show pre-recorded the night before repeated throughout the 6-10 AM time period (6-9 AM Saturdays and Sundays.) Cancelled March 11, 2022
  • NESN Sports Weekend - A 30-minute sports news show that airs from 10PM-12AM Saturdays and Sundays and repeated on Sunday and Monday mornings from 4-6 AM. Cancelled March 11, 2022
  • Pocket Money – A half-hour game show, hosted by Paul "Fitzy" Fitzgerald (played by Nick Stevens), that took place on the streets of Boston, in which fans were asked sports trivia questions. SportsTime Ohio and SportsNet New York air a similar program called Beer Money.
  • Red Sox Hot Stove – A Red Sox program airing during the Major League Baseball offseason; hosted by Tom Caron, the program also features appearances from many guest stars such as Gordon Edes, Nick Cafardo and Jerry Remy.
  • Ring of Honor Wrestling
  • Sox Appeal – A Red Sox-themed reality dating show that debuted in August 2007, which followed a man or woman during three, two-inning-long blind dates that take place over the course of one of the team's games.
  • SportsDesk – A twice-daily half-hour program that featured reports on teams of importance to New England viewers and their players. It was generally shown during the evening after Red Sox or Bruins game coverage. NESN also reran the program in half-hour blocks from 5:00 to 8:00 a.m. (or 9:00 a.m. on mornings when the Bruins or Red Sox did not play). Jade McCarthy and Cole Wright were the lead anchors; Jayme Parker served as a reporter. Regular contributors included Tony Massarotti, former Celtic Dana Barros, former Patriot Ted Johnson, Mike Adams and James Murphy.
  • SportsDesk Lights Out – A weekly wrap-up program that aired Sundays at 10:00 p.m. with a rebroadcast at 11:00 p.m. It was hosted by Cole Wright or Jade McCarthy, and generally covered the top sports stories of the week.
  • UFC Wired
  • World Wrestling Federation monthly television specials from Boston Garden.

On-air staff

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Current on-air staff

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  • Judd Sirott - Bruins play by play announcer
  • Andy Brickley – Bruins color commentator and host of On Course with Andy Brickley
  • Tom Caron – Red Sox studio host and Hockey East play-by-play
  • Lenny DiNardo – Red Sox studio analyst
  • Billy Jaffe – Bruins studio analyst
  • Sophia Jurksztowicz – Bruins rinkside reporter and NESN Shuffle host
  • George Balekji - host, reporter and rinkside
  • Darnell McDonald – Red Sox studio analyst
  • Lou Merloni – Red Sox color analyst
  • Will Middlebrooks – Red Sox color and studio analyst
  • Kevin Millar – Red Sox color analyst
  • Mike Monaco – Red Sox secondary play-by-play
  • Charlie Moore – host of Charlie Moore Outdoors and Bruins Academy
  • Dave O'Brien – Red Sox play-by-play
  • Jonathan Papelbon – Red Sox studio analyst/co-host of "Unobstructed Views"(Red Sox ver)
  • Barry Pederson – Bruins studio analyst
  • Adam Pellerin – Red Sox fill-in studio host and NESN Clubhouse host
  • Andrew Raycroft – Bruins studio analyst
  • Jim Rice – Red Sox studio analyst
  • Jahmai Webster – Red Sox sideline reporter and NESN Shuffle host
  • Kevin Youkilis – Red Sox color analyst
  • Alanna Rizzo-Red Sox reporter/co-host of "Unobstructed Views"(Red Sox version)
  • Jared Carrabis-co-host of "Unobstructed Views"(Red Sox version)

Notable former on-air staff

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NESN 360

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NESN 360 (formerly NESNgo) is NESN's streaming platform, allowing NESN subscribers to stream live and video on demand content (including classic games and game replays) from the network. It first launched in May 2017.[43]

On June 1, 2022, NESNgo was relaunched as NESN 360, an over-the-top streaming platform allowing viewers to subscribe to NESN as a standalone service. The service made NESN the first U.S. regional sports network to offer its content on a direct-to-consumer basis. The service was priced at $29.99 per-month and $329.99 per-year, with the latter also including eight tickets to Red Sox games as a promotional offer. NESN 360 uses the same architecture previously used by NESNgo,[11][12] and remains available at no additional charge to those who subscribe to NESN through a traditional television provider. Due to regional rights restrictions, the service is only available to users in New England. (Excluding Fairfield County, CT)[11]

NESN+

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NESN+, also styled as NESNPlus, is a companion channel to NESN that operates mostly in the event that two sports events NESN has the rights to are subject to scheduling conflicts. Originally, Comcast systems in the region utilized New England Cable News or CN8 to carry the NESNPlus broadcasts, while other systems placed NESNPlus on an otherwise unused or local public access channel. DirecTV added NESNPlus in both standard definition and high definition on April 11, 2009.

Collegiate events, including Atlantic Coast Conference telecasts, Umass football and Hockey East telecasts, as well as NESN's coverage of the minor league Worcester Red Sox and NESN's coverage of the WNBA's Connecticut Sun are often moved to NESN+ in the event of a conflict with NESN's Red Sox or Bruins coverage.

NESN National

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NESN National is a separate feed of NESN for cable systems located outside of New England. It carries alternate programming during Red Sox and Bruins games, but does air the network's pre-game and post-game shows. Launched in September 2010, Time Warner Cable became the first provider to carry the national feed, initially on its systems in North and South Carolina.[44] Bright House Networks added NESN National on its Michigan systems on November 1, 2010.[45] Verizon Fios added it in New Jersey in December of that year. NESN National differs from the regular feed of NESN that is available nationally on DirecTV in which Red Sox and/or Bruins games are viewable outside of New England with a subscription to MLB Extra Innings and/or NHL Center Ice.

NESN Nation

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NESN Nation is a FAST channel launched in 2025.[46] As of January 2025, NESN Nation was available on The Roku Channel[47] and Plex.[48] NESN Nation agreed to broadcast four Northeast Conference college basketball games in 2025. The games include one men's regular-season game featuring Mercyhurst at Stonehill on February 15, one semifinal game of the NEC men's tournament, one women's regular-season game featuring Wagner at Saint Francis and one semifinal game of the NEC women's tournament.[29]

NESN.com

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NESN.com generally contains sportswriting, with a minimum of video content, compiling general Boston team and national sports news, along with other sections involving professional wrestling, mixed martial arts, automotive, fantasy sports and sports betting.[49] The site is affiliated with the Fox Sports website, and syndicates some content.[50]

The site's set up is in a focused manner that divides it into separate sections where different sports writers cover each scene. In this way, NESN reporters produce original content that develops in their field areas. Some reporters are full time exclusively to NESN.com while other stories are contributed by NESN reporters from other fields of NESN, such as broadcasting.

The content and construction of the articles themselves vary drastically. Some provide in-depth analysis of current events happening with Boston teams, while others provide quick updates with videos. A majority of the articles, however, are purely factual and present interviews with players and coaches. Some articles also focus on new trade rumors or free agent pick ups. The primary subscriber and reader of NESN.com is male.[51] NESN.com is the most recently added product that contributed to NESN being "the eighth-most valuable sports brand in the world in 2013."[52]

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The New England Sports Network (NESN) is an American regional sports cable and satellite television network owned jointly by (80% stake, owners of the Boston Red Sox) and (owners of the ), headquartered in . Launched on March 21, 1984, NESN was one of the first team-owned regional sports networks in the United States, initially formed as a between the Red Sox and Bruins to broadcast their games locally. NESN's primary programming focuses on professional sports in New England, telecasting approximately 150 Boston Red Sox regular-season games and 70 Boston Bruins regular-season games annually, along with the Bruins' first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs on an exclusive basis within the region. The network also produces and airs locally originated content, including the daily news and highlights show NESN Sports Today, college hockey coverage such as the Beanpot tournament and Hockey East games, Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) sports events, and minor league baseball from affiliates like the Worcester Red Sox. Beyond traditional broadcasts, NESN operates NESN+, a companion channel for overflow and additional programming, and provides in-market streaming through the NESN 360 platform and app for authenticated subscribers. With a reach of approximately 4 million households across nine designated market areas in the six-state region, NESN is distributed via expanded basic cable, telecommunications services, major satellite providers, and over-the-top (OTT) platforms. Its digital presence, led by NESN.com—the most visited website among U.S. regional sports networks—extends coverage with live streams, on-demand content, and like NESN Nation podcasts and analysis. As of 2025, NESN continues to adapt to evolving media landscapes, including streaming options amid industry shifts in regional sports rights and distribution.

History

Founding and Early Development

The New England Sports Network (NESN) was formed as a through a involving the groups of the Boston Red Sox and , along with Storer Communications, the owner of in Boston. Planning for the venture began in the early , with formal incorporation occurring on September 1, 1982, and initial stakes allocated as approximately 47-49% to the Red Sox, 31-32% to the Bruins, and 19-20% to Storer Communications. This collaboration aimed to expand local access to broadcasts beyond limited over-the-air options, marking NESN as one of the pioneering regional sports networks in the United States. NESN officially launched on March 21, 1984, debuting with a spring training game against the Detroit Tigers broadcast from , to a small initial audience of paid cable subscribers. The network's inaugural season emphasized live game coverage, airing 90 Red Sox games and 35 games, primarily focusing on midweek and non-prime time matchups to complement existing broadcasts. Technical operations relied on microwave links to transmit signals from for games and from the for hockey, enabling real-time feeds that were innovative for the era's cable infrastructure. Distribution was limited to cable systems across New England's six states—, , , , [Rhode Island](/page/Rhode Island), and —reaching an estimated 100,000 households at launch through negotiations with local providers. In its early years during the , NESN supplemented game broadcasts with foundational programming to build viewer engagement, introducing pre- and post-game shows shortly after launch to provide , highlights, and interviews. These studio segments, often featuring team broadcasters like Ned Martin for the Red Sox, helped establish NESN's role as a dedicated hub for sports , evolving from basic game telecasts into a more comprehensive viewing experience while adhering to its core focus on the two franchises.

Ownership Changes and Network Expansion

In 2002, a major ownership transition occurred when , , and their investment group acquired the Red Sox and an 80% stake in NESN for $700 million, forming what would become as the controlling entity. This shift from previous ownership under the Yawkey Trust injected significant capital into the network, facilitating broader cable carriage agreements across providers and positioning NESN for technological upgrades and content expansion. The remaining 20% stake has been held by , owners of the , maintaining the structure established at NESN's founding. The new ownership's emphasis on led to infrastructural advancements, beginning with the launch of high-definition for Red Sox home games in September 2003, in partnership with , which enhanced production quality and viewer engagement during a pivotal season. This initiative marked an early step in NESN's digital evolution, allowing for sharper visuals of action and setting the stage for full network HD adoption. By 2006, following the relocation of operations from to a new 83,000-square-foot production facility at 480 Arsenal Street in , NESN introduced a full-time HD feed, complete with upgraded control rooms, two HD studios, and digital asset management systems. The Watertown headquarters, designed for scalability, supported expanded programming and the addition of mobile production units, enabling on-location coverage for road games and special events across the region. Network expansion during this period also included strategic content diversification, such as the coverage of preseason games starting in the mid-1990s, which broadened NESN's appeal beyond its core Red Sox and Bruins focus. Select games were incorporated from the late onward, often preseason or overflow broadcasts, further solidifying NESN's role as a comprehensive regional sports outlet. In 2010, NESN partnered with to develop precursors for out-of-market streaming services, integrating with packages to reach national audiences and foreshadowing later digital platforms. These developments collectively extended NESN's reach to over 4 million households by the early , underscoring the ownership-driven growth in both technological infrastructure and audience accessibility.

Recent Developments and Partnerships

In February 2023, announced its intention to exit the (RSN) business, selling or shutting down its operations amid broader industry challenges from and financial pressures. As a team-owned network jointly controlled by the Boston Red Sox and , NESN was insulated from these disruptions, maintaining operational stability unlike corporate-owned RSNs. In August 2023, the , whose ownership group also holds a majority stake in NESN, acquired Pittsburgh from , rebranding it as effective October 2. NESN assumed management of the network's daily operations, expanding its footprint to include Penguins and coverage while leveraging shared production resources. That October, NESN entered a groundbreaking partnership with the (BBL) to broadcast its 2023-24 season—the league's final year under its current structure—across the six states, airing two live games weekly on Thursdays and Fridays. NESN broadened its portfolio in 2024 through key broadcasting agreements. It became the exclusive local broadcaster and streaming partner for the Professional Women's Hockey League's (PWHL) Boston team, now known as the Boston Fleet, covering all 24 regular-season games plus playoffs for the inaugural and subsequent seasons. The network also televised select minor league baseball games, starting with 13 matchups in June against opponents like the , marking an expansion into Double-A Eastern League coverage. Additionally, NESN secured a multi-year deal with of the , broadcasting 21 of the team's 2024 home and away games from its debut season at . In 2025, NESN continued diversifying with broadcasts of select Portland Hearts of Pine matches in , including playoff semifinals and regular-season games available via NESN and NESN+. The network launched NESN Nation, its first (FAST) channel, in February, offering over 30 hours of weekly live and original content such as team interviews, podcasts, and ancillary programming focused on Red Sox and Bruins coverage, distributed on platforms including Prime Video, Roku, and Plex. In July 2025, NESN launched an enhanced version of its NESN 360 direct-to-consumer streaming platform, featuring a simpler login process, redesigned interface, improved connectivity across devices, and greater reliability for live game streaming.

Sports Coverage

Boston Red Sox Broadcasts

NESN serves as the primary regional broadcaster for the Boston Red Sox, airing approximately 150 regular-season games each year, with 151 scheduled for the 2025 season. This extensive coverage includes home games at Fenway Park and select road contests, complemented by pregame and postgame programming to provide comprehensive analysis for New England viewers. The network's broadcasts emphasize the team's storied history and the unique atmosphere of Fenway, making NESN a cornerstone of Red Sox fandom. The evolution of NESN's broadcast teams has reflected efforts to diversify and innovate, with veteran play-by-play announcer Dave O'Brien leading the primary booth alongside color analysts like and in past seasons. In 2025, NESN introduced an all-female production and on-air team for select games, marking a historic milestone with the first all-female booth for a full Red Sox game on August 5 against the , featuring play-by-play by Emma Tiedemann and color analysis by . This initiative highlights NESN's commitment to inclusive representation in sports broadcasting. Unique production features enhance the viewing experience, including the postgame show Red Sox Final, which delivers detailed breakdowns, player reactions, and previews of upcoming matchups after every game. In-game graphics are tailored to Fenway Park's iconic elements, such as themed overlays during "Monster Week" that incorporate unique camera angles from the and historical nods to the park's architecture. NESN's coverage has captured pivotal historical milestones, notably the Red Sox's improbable comeback from a 3-0 deficit against the New York Yankees in the ALCS, followed by a sweep of the Cardinals for Boston's first championship in 86 years. The network broadcast these games live and has since produced documentaries and rebroadcasts to commemorate the "Curse of the Bambino" reversal. Since 2017, NESN has integrated data into its broadcasts, providing advanced metrics like exit velocity and launch angle to offer deeper insights into player performance during live action.

Boston Bruins Broadcasts

NESN serves as the primary regional broadcaster for the , providing extensive coverage of their National Hockey League games to viewers across . For the 2025-26 season, the network airs 67 regular-season games, with additional playoff broadcasts when the Bruins qualify and the games are not selected for national television. This schedule accounts for the 17 nationally televised Bruins games on , TNT, or ABC, which are excluded from NESN's lineup to comply with league agreements. Each NESN-produced telecast includes one hour of pregame analysis via Bruins Face-Off Live and one hour of postgame coverage through Bruins Overtime Live, featuring player interviews, coach reactions, and league highlights. Signature programming enhances fan engagement beyond live games, including Bruins Overtime Live, which delivers in-depth breakdowns of key plays and strategic insights. NESN also integrates coverage with , the collegiate hockey conference, through a long-standing partnership dating back to 1984 that broadcasts select college games and fosters regional hockey ties relevant to Bruins supporters. This connection highlights New England's deep hockey roots, occasionally featuring Hockey East alumni in Bruins broadcasts or cross-promotions. Recent partnership expansions with the NHL have further supported innovative content, such as collaborative animated visualizations. Technological advancements in 2025 have elevated the viewing experience, including (AR) graphics powered by NHL Edge puck and player tracking for real-time data overlays during select games at . A notable example is the March 11, 2025, broadcast of the Bruins' game against the , which featured the NHL's first real-time animated data visualization using Innovations for enhanced player movement and shot tracing. Additionally, NESN introduced MultiView on NESN 360 for 14 games, allowing simultaneous multi-angle replays from various cameras without interrupting the main feed, alongside 4K HDR streaming for all home games. Historically, NESN's Bruins coverage has been pivotal during major milestones, such as the team's 2011 victory over the . The network expanded its programming for the Finals, airing extended pregame shows like Bruins Face-Off Live and comprehensive postgame analysis for all seven games, capturing the 4-0 clincher on June 15, 2011. Shifts in broadcast rights due to increased NHL national deals have reduced NESN's share of regular-season games over time, but the network maintains its role as the core regional outlet for in-depth, localized Bruins content.

Other Professional and International Sports

In addition to its flagship coverage of the Boston Red Sox and Bruins, NESN has expanded its programming to include broadcasts of , professional soccer, women's hockey, and select international content, reflecting a strategy to diversify its sports portfolio for audiences. NESN began televising games, the Double-A affiliate of the Rockies, in 2024, marking the network's entry into regular coverage outside the Red Sox system. The agreement includes 39 live broadcasts from during the 2024 season, with 28 games on NESN+ and 11 on the main NESN channel, providing fans access to Eastern League action in . The network entered professional soccer broadcasting through a multi-year partnership with of the , starting with the team's inaugural 2024 season. NESN airs select home and away matches, including playoff games such as the 2025 Eastern Conference Semifinal against , streamed live on NESN platforms to reach viewers. In 2025, NESN extended its soccer coverage to include select matches of Portland Hearts of Pine SC in , such as playoff semifinals against FC, further broadening its regional soccer offerings. NESN previously held rights to the British Basketball League (BBL) for the 2023/24 season, broadcasting two live games per week to audiences in the six New England states as part of a groundbreaking U.S. media deal. The coverage aired on Thursdays and Fridays, focusing on high-profile matchups to introduce professional British basketball to American viewers, though the partnership concluded after that season. In women's professional hockey, NESN serves as the broadcast home for the (PWHL), airing all 24 regular-season games of the Boston Fleet starting in the 2024/25 season, along with select postseason matchups. This comprehensive coverage, including live telecasts and streams on NESN+, highlights the network's commitment to emerging leagues. For international content, NESN provides delayed broadcasts, highlights, recaps, and analysis of matches through its NESN National service and FAST channel NESN Nation, stemming from Fenway Sports Group's ownership ties to the club. A weekly three-hour block features post-match content without full regular-season live rights, offering fans supplemental programming.

College and Amateur Athletics

NESN has established a significant presence in broadcasting college athletics, particularly within New England, through partnerships that emphasize regional hockey and basketball competitions. The network serves as the primary broadcaster for Hockey East, the NCAA Division I ice hockey conference comprising ten schools across the region, including Boston University, University of Massachusetts, Northeastern University, and Boston College. For the 2025-26 season, NESN's coverage includes at least nine men's games from Boston University, such as their matchup against Northeastern on October 31, along with select women's contests like Northeastern hosting Boston College. This schedule features key regular-season games, flex selections added mid-season, and tournament broadcasts, with production often utilizing on-campus feeds to capture the intimate atmosphere of collegiate venues while limiting spillover to national audiences. Beyond , NESN extends its portfolio to other conferences, highlighting and additional hockey matchups. Through its digital arm, NESN Nation, the network airs eight games from the (NEC) men's and seasons, providing regional exposure for teams like those from and . NESN also partners with for coverage, broadcasting four home games in the 2025-26 season, including anticipated matchups against top-ranked opponents that showcase the program's national-caliber play. These broadcasts prioritize high-impact games, integrating studio analysis to connect collegiate talent pipelines to professional leagues like the NHL. In the realm of athletics, NESN supports development through promotional partnerships rather than extensive live coverage, focusing on New England's high school scene to foster community engagement. Since 2011, NESN has collaborated with the (MIAA) to promote high school sports and initiatives, including recognition events for student-athletes and coaches that highlight achievements in football, , and other disciplines. This regional emphasis ties amateur events to broader sports ecosystems, occasionally featuring highlights or special segments on NESN platforms to bridge high school talent to college and professional opportunities, though live championship broadcasts remain limited to enhance accessibility via digital streams.

Programming

Current Live and Studio Shows

NESN's live game telecasts for the Red Sox and Bruins incorporate comprehensive pre-game, in-game, and post-game segments, providing real-time analysis and fan engagement features. For the 2025 Red Sox season, NESN airs 151 regular-season games, each accompanied by hour-long pre-game shows that preview matchups, player performances, and strategic insights, followed by in-game updates during halftimes and commercial breaks featuring live analytics and sideline reporting from Jahmai Webster. Post-game programming includes "Red Sox Final," a dedicated segment offering breakdowns, player reactions, and forward-looking commentary hosted by and Adam Pellerin, with analysts such as and . Similarly, the 2025-26 Bruins schedule features 67 live telecasts, starting with the home opener on October 9, 2025, against the , supported by one-hour pre-game and post-game studio shows hosted by Adam Pellerin and Sophia Jurksztowicz. These segments include in-game halftime recaps with real-time statistics and expert input from and , while "Bruins Overtime Live" delivers immediate post-game reactions, highlights, and league-wide updates. Complementing these team-specific broadcasts, "NESN After Hours" serves as a flagship late-night studio show airing weeknights, offering fast-paced recaps of and national sports events with a mix of highlights, interviews, and commentary to wrap up daily action. In 2025, NESN enhanced its live offerings with alternate streams, including the "Unobstructed Views" casual alt-cast for 14 Red Sox games featuring multiple camera angles, fan-focused dialogue, and integrated Q&A elements, alongside the "Bruins MultiView" for select matchups providing customizable audio and visual options via the NESN 360 app. These features, bolstered by live stats overlays and a rewards program for fan interactions, emphasize expanded accessibility and real-time analytics across platforms. Year-round scheduling ties studio programming to seasonal events, with daily sports desk segments like the new "Boston Has Entered the Chat" morning show airing weekdays from 8 to 9 a.m., hosted by rotating talent including Travis Thomas, to deliver updates, debates, and previews aligned with ongoing Red Sox, Bruins, and other regional sports coverage.

Original Content and Specials

NESN produces a range of original non-live programming, including docuseries, profile features, and retrospective specials that delve into the personal and historical narratives of sports. These productions emphasize storytelling beyond game coverage, offering viewers in-depth explorations of players' journeys, team legacies, and the psychological elements of competition. Much of this content is crafted in-house at NESN's headquarters in , where advanced facilities support high-quality for both linear TV and digital platforms. One prominent series is "My Story," which provides intimate athlete profiles for both the Boston Red Sox and Bruins. Launched in the late , the Red Sox edition features episodes on players like and , recounting their paths from early baseball memories to triumphs through personal interviews and archival footage. The Bruins counterpart similarly highlights stars such as and , blending on-ice achievements with off-ice life stories to humanize the athletes and foster fan connection. These 30-minute episodes air seasonally on NESN and are available via streaming, exemplifying the network's commitment to narrative-driven content with new installments airing as recently as 2025. In 2025, NESN premiered "The Mindset," a seven-part docuseries focused on the mental resilience of Red Sox players, coaches, , and broadcasters. Each episode examines defining career moments through unfiltered interviews, such as discussing high-pressure decisions, providing conceptual insights into sports psychology without delving into game tactics. Produced entirely by NESN, the series debuted on April 30, 2025, and received acclaim for its emotional depth, contributing to the network's four that year for collaborative sports programming. This project aligns with NESN's strategy to expand original documentaries, including team histories like the multi-part Bruins Centennial series from 2023, which traced the franchise's evolution over 100 years. Special retrospectives form another cornerstone, with NESN marking significant anniversaries through immersive specials. In July 2025, the network aired a 50th-anniversary tribute to the 1975 Red Sox-Reds , featuring a retro-styled broadcast with vintage graphics, throwback commentary, and behind-the-scenes flashbacks to iconic moments like Carlton Fisk's . This one-off production, broadcast live from , included archival interviews with legends like Fisk and , blending historical analysis with contemporary fan engagement to honor team heritage. Lifestyle integrations complement these efforts, incorporating fan-oriented segments into broader programming. "Dining Playbook" explores culinary ties to sports culture, profiling local eateries favored by athletes and fans during events like training camps, with episodes highlighting seasonal themes such as Bruins prospects' pre-season routines. While not a direct , NESN occasionally features audio crossovers from popular radio discussions, such as insights from the "Felger & Mazz" show on 98.5 The Sports Hub, to enrich fan-focused narratives on team preparations. Enhancing these originals, NESN entered a 2025 partnership with to bolster editorial depth in documentaries and features. Announced on , this provides additional statistical analysis and storytelling expertise for NESN.com and related platforms, ensuring productions like athlete profiles incorporate up-to-date context without overwhelming narrative flow. All content streams on NESN 360 and the new NESN Nation FAST channel, which dedicates over 30 hours weekly to such programming, making it accessible beyond traditional TV.

Former Programs and Series

Over the course of its history, NESN has discontinued several programs and series as part of evolving its programming strategy to prioritize live game coverage, , and new content formats amid changing viewer habits and . One notable example is SportsDesk, a twice-daily half-hour sports program that aired from the network's early years in the 1980s until 2010, providing highlights, analysis, and reports on teams. It was replaced by NESN Daily in August 2010 to refresh the format with more in-depth nightly recaps, but NESN Daily itself concluded on June 10, 2013, giving way to NESN Sports Today for a streamlined, multi-hour block better suited to expanded digital integration. In 2022, NESN phased out Sports Update, a late-night news and that offered post-game breakdowns and interviews, primarily to reallocate airtime for emerging gambling-related content and on-demand streaming options amid industry shifts toward interactive and digital platforms. These discontinuations reflected broader trends in regional sports networks, where traditional yielded to flexible, app-based delivery to retain younger audiences. Similarly, NESN's coverage of the , a one-off series broadcasting two live games weekly plus a magazine show during the 2023/24 season, ended after the league's operating license was terminated by the British Basketball Federation in June 2024 due to financial instability and governance issues. Early Patriots-related programming on NESN, limited to preseason highlights and analysis shows in the network's formative years, was largely supplanted by national broadcast deals with networks like and starting in the 1990s, as the centralized and reduced regional exclusivity. The legacy of these former offerings endures in NESN's current formats, where elements of road-trip reporting from early mobile segments have evolved into digital exclusives like on-site fan content and alternate broadcasts, enhancing accessibility beyond traditional TV.

On-Air Staff

Current Personalities

NESN's current on-air personalities include a mix of veteran broadcasters and recent additions focused on enhancing coverage of the Boston Red Sox, Bruins, and emerging . Key figures contribute to play-by-play, , studio hosting, and sideline reporting, with several hires in 2025 emphasizing diverse perspectives and expanded hockey and content. For Boston Red Sox broadcasts, Dave O'Brien serves as the primary play-by-play announcer, a role he has held since 2020 after two decades calling college football and basketball for ESPN; his energetic style provides detailed game narration for over 140 games annually. Mike Monaco handles select play-by-play duties, drawing from his extensive ESPN experience across MLB, NHL, and college sports to fill in seamlessly during O'Brien's absences. Color commentary features Lou Merloni as the lead analyst for more than 100 games, a former Red Sox infielder whose local Framingham roots and post-playing career in radio offer insightful, fan-relatable breakdowns of strategy and player performance. Will Middlebrooks and Kevin Millar rotate for additional booth games, with Middlebrooks providing third-base perspective from his 2012-15 Red Sox tenure and Millar contributing World Series-winning anecdotes from his 2004 championship run. Studio coverage for Red Sox pre- and postgame shows is anchored by , NESN's longest-tenured host since 2004, who moderates discussions with his background in broadcasting and affinity for sports history. Adam Pellerin supports as co-host, leveraging his journalism degree and prior roles at to facilitate analyst segments. Studio analysts include , a former Red Sox pitcher turned broadcaster known for pitching mechanics analysis; , a contributor offering infield expertise; , the franchise saves leader delivering fiery closer insights; and Hall of Famer , whose 1970s-80s power-hitting legacy informs offensive evaluations. Sideline reporting is led by Jahmai Webster, a native and alumnus who covers in-game updates and player interviews with a focus on community ties. In April 2025, NESN added as a general sports reporter and analyst, a seven-time Emmy winner with prior stints at and the [Los Angeles Dodgers](/page/Los Angeles_Dodgers), where she honed investigative reporting on player development; she contributes to Red Sox sideline duties and co-hosts alternate broadcasts. For Bruins coverage, Judd Sirott handles primary play-by-play in his second season on NESN after seven years on radio, bringing a smooth delivery from his tenure to narrate fast-paced action. provides color commentary, a native and 14-year NHL veteran (including four with Boston) who analyzes tactics with on-ice credibility from his All-American days. Analysts include , a former Bruins offering netminder perspectives, and for select games, drawing from his NHL coaching experience. Pregame and postgame hosting rotates between Adam Pellerin and Sophia Jurksztowicz, the latter returning full-time in 2025 after a to cover rinkside interviews with her Canadian background. To support expanded women's sports coverage in 2025, NESN hired Kasey Hudson in as a general reporter, an emerging talent from its development pipeline who appears on video podcasts and provides sideline updates for and hockey. Natalie Noury serves as a versatile reporter for games, , and PWHL broadcasts, anchoring all-female studio teams and contributing to historic initiatives like the August 2025 all-women Red Sox telecast alongside guest announcer Emma Tiedemann. New studio analysts Gigi Marvin and joined in for select hockey coverage; Marvin, a three-time Olympian with , offers women's pro insights, while Boyle, a former Bruin, analyzes collegiate and pro matchups. These personalities anchor shows like NESN After Hours, blending live analysis with New England-centric storytelling.

Notable Former Talent

One of the most influential figures in NESN's early history was , who joined the network as the Boston Red Sox color analyst in 1988 and remained in the role until his death in 2021, spanning over three decades of broadcasts. Initially paired with veteran play-by-play announcer Ned Martin, Remy's relaxed, fan-friendly style quickly became a staple, earning him the affectionate nickname "RemDawg" among viewers and contributing to NESN's development of an approachable, insider perspective on Red Sox games. His tenure helped establish the network's broadcast identity during the and , blending expertise with humor that resonated with audiences. In the and , emerged as a key play-by-play voice, serving as NESN's lead Red Sox announcer from 2001 to 2015 alongside Remy, forming one of the most beloved broadcasting duos in the network's history. Their partnership was renowned for lighthearted moments, including fan-favorite catchphrases like Orsillo's "Here comes the pizza!" during sponsor promotions and the duo's infectious laughter, which added entertainment value to analyses and influenced NESN's casual, engaging broadcast style that persists today. A 2012 study highlighted Remy and Orsillo as among the least biased MLB announcers, praising their balanced yet lively commentary that avoided overt homerism while building strong viewer rapport. Orsillo's departure from NESN at the end of the 2015 season marked a significant transition, as he moved to a national role with TBS for MLB postseason coverage, reflecting his rising profile beyond regional sports. The decision drew widespread fan backlash but underscored NESN's evolving lineup during the . Remy's exit came through retirement segments in his final years due to health issues, culminating in his passing on October 30, 2021, after which NESN aired extensive tributes, including a one-hour special and an emotional ceremony in April 2022 featuring testimonials from Red Sox legends like and . These honors celebrated Remy's lasting impact, such as his role in fostering Red Sox Nation's communal spirit through segments like his election as the team's first "President" in 2007.

Streaming and OTT Services

NESN offers several over-the-top (OTT) and streaming services designed to provide access to its programming, particularly for fans seeking live sports coverage beyond traditional cable distribution. These platforms emphasize models and supplementary feeds to accommodate both in-market and out-of-market viewers, focusing on Boston Red Sox and Bruins content alongside regional sports. NESN 360, launched on June 1, , as the first streaming service by a (RSN), enables subscribers to watch live regular-season Red Sox and Bruins games along with 24/7 access to NESN and NESN+ linear feeds. The service includes extensive pre- and postgame coverage, over 300 live sports events annually, full episodes of original programming, and behind-the-scenes content, with select home games available in 4K HDR quality. Priced at $29.99 per month or $239.99 annually (following a 2025 price reduction from $330 for the annual plan), NESN 360 is available via , Android, and connected TV platforms like and Fire TV, and it has seen significant growth, including a doubling of subscribers at the start of the 2025 Red Sox season. In July 2025, the platform was enhanced with a redesigned interface, improved login security, and greater reliability to prioritize a game-first experience. While subject to league-imposed blackout restrictions for nationally televised games and within the home territory, NESN 360 provides authenticated access at no extra cost for existing cable subscribers in the through participating providers. NESN+ serves as an add-on channel integrated with NESN's cable and streaming ecosystem since at least , offering overflow coverage for major events and dedicated streams for non-flagship content. It features additional college athletics from institutions across , such as and other regional conferences, as well as select games, including Futures League broadcasts. Available through the NESN 360 app and traditional providers like Fubo, NESN+ expands access to over 300 annual events, ensuring comprehensive regional coverage without displacing primary Red Sox or Bruins telecasts. NESN National operates as a syndicated, non-local feed distributed nationally via select multichannel video programming distributors (MVPDs) outside the six-state territory. It carries Red Sox and Bruins pregame and postgame shows, daily highlights via NESN Sports Today, live New England college sports, and delayed matches, but is prohibited from airing live Red Sox or Bruins games due to league blackout rules. This service targets out-of-market fans by providing ancillary programming and analysis, complementing national options like MLB.TV or NHL.TV for full game access.

Websites and Mobile Apps

NESN.com serves as the primary digital portal for the network, offering comprehensive coverage of New England sports teams including the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, New England Patriots, and Boston Celtics, with features such as live scores, game schedules, statistics, and in-depth articles focused on news, analysis, and highlights. The website was fully reconceptualized and relaunched in August 2020 to provide a cutting-edge, cross-platform experience, incorporating personalized news feeds based on user-selected teams, an enhanced video player for clips, and editorial content tailored to regional interests. In October 2025, NESN partnered with The Sporting News to elevate the site's editorial offerings, integrating additional news, statistics, analysis, and multimedia content to enrich user engagement across NESN.com and related platforms. The NESN mobile app, initially launched alongside the website redesign in 2020, delivers on-the-go access to live scores, personalized team updates, push notifications for breaking news and game alerts, podcasts featuring network personalities, and short video clips of highlights and recaps. Evolving into the NESN 360 app, it received significant updates in July 2025 powered by ViewLift, introducing a redesigned interface for easier navigation, improved stability, and enhanced in-game player and team statistics, while maintaining focus on non-live elements like on-demand content and user alerts. Available on and Android devices, the app supports seamless integration with TV provider logins for authenticated access to informational features. NESN's digital platforms emphasize interactive elements tied to teams, including a dedicated section on the website with episodes from shows like the NESN Fantasy Football Podcast, providing advice and analysis for users. Subscription perks through NESN 360 extend to practical benefits such as discounted tickets to Bruins and Red Sox games, fostering deeper fan involvement without direct on the site itself. Following the 2020 digital relaunch, NESN.com has grown into one of the most visited sports websites in the United States, reflecting increased traffic and cross-platform success driven by video content and multi-device accessibility.

Additional Networks and FAST Channels

In February 2025, NESN launched NESN Nation, its inaugural (FAST) channel designed to provide national access to New England sports content beyond traditional pay-TV subscribers. The channel features ancillary programming related to NESN's flagship teams, including the and , such as games, pregame and postgame analysis shows like Morning Skate and Pregame Skate, exclusive interviews, press conferences, and original documentaries. It also includes live coverage of select (NEC) basketball games, with NESN Nation airing eight men's and women's contests during the 2024-25 season as part of a regional broadcast partnership. NESN extends its reach through management of sister network , which it assumed operational control of in 2023 following the ' acquisition and rebranding of the former AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh. serves as the primary regional broadcaster for games and contests, with shared production resources between the two networks, including unified studio operations and executive oversight from NESN facilities in . This collaboration enables cross-network efficiencies in content creation, such as joint podcast production and digital platform enhancements. NESN Nation is distributed on multiple FAST platforms to target cord-cutters, offering 24/7 looping of highlights, analysis, and evergreen content accessible without subscription fees. Availability includes Prime Video Channels, , Twitch, Plex, , LG Channels, and Amazon Live TV, allowing viewers nationwide to access over 30 hours of weekly live and . Throughout 2025, NESN expanded its FAST lineup with increased hours of content on NESN Nation, reaching 35 hours weekly by mid-year, incorporating highlights from professional women's hockey such as the (PWHL) Boston Fleet games alongside amateur and fillers to broaden appeal. This growth emphasized NESN's shift toward ad-supported, multi-platform distribution.

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