There has been a recent shift from pay$-$TV $($cable$)$ subscriptions to online viewing $($streaming$)$ live sport events. However, many of the regional sport networks have long$-$term contracts with cable distributors with a price based on larger audience size. This mix of facts is a primary reason for the recent financial difficulties of the regional sport broadcasting networks $($e$.$g$.,$ Bally Sports Southwest$).$

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