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Florida Panthers Launch 'Panthers Plus' In Conjunction with ViewLift and Scripps Sports

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The Florida Panthers, ViewLift, and Scripps Sports have launched 'Panthers Plus,' a new streaming platform for Panthers games and content. Available in the Florida broadcast territory, the service offers access to 70 live, locally-produced Panthers games for $69.99 per season. The platform is accessible on various devices, including web browsers, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV.

Four preseason games will be available for free starting September 27. The service aims to enhance fan engagement by providing multiple viewing options, including on-demand video and original Panthers programs. It's designed as an alternative for cord-cutters and streaming enthusiasts. Scripps Sports will distribute games over the air and by cable from Key West to the Treasure Coast and in Ft Myers.

I Florida Panthers, ViewLift e Scripps Sports hanno lanciato 'Panthers Plus', una nuova piattaforma di streaming per le partite e i contenuti dei Panthers. Disponibile nel territorio di trasmissione della Florida, il servizio offre accesso a 70 partite dal vivo, prodotte localmente dei Panthers a 69,99 $ per stagione. La piattaforma è accessibile su vari dispositivi, tra cui browser web, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku e Amazon Fire TV.

Quattro partite di preseason saranno disponibili gratuitamente a partire dal 27 settembre. Il servizio mira a migliorare il coinvolgimento dei fan offrendo molteplici opzioni di visione, inclusi video on-demand e programmi originali dei Panthers. È progettato come un'alternativa per coloro che hanno abbandonato il cavo e per gli appassionati di streaming. Scripps Sports distribuirà le partite via etere e via cavo da Key West alla Treasure Coast e a Ft Myers.

Los Florida Panthers, ViewLift y Scripps Sports han lanzado 'Panthers Plus', una nueva plataforma de streaming para los partidos y el contenido de los Panthers. Disponible en el territorio de transmisión de Florida, el servicio ofrece acceso a 70 partidos en vivo, producidos localmente de los Panthers por 69,99 $ por temporada. La plataforma es accesible en varios dispositivos, incluyendo navegadores web, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku y Amazon Fire TV.

Cuatro partidos de pretemporada estarán disponibles de forma gratuita a partir del 27 de septiembre. El servicio tiene como objetivo mejorar el compromiso de los fanáticos al ofrecer múltiples opciones de visualización, incluidos videos a la carta y programas originales de los Panthers. Está diseñado como una alternativa para quienes han cortado el cable y para los entusiastas del streaming. Scripps Sports transmitirá los partidos por aire y por cable desde Key West hasta Treasure Coast y en Ft Myers.

플로리다 팬서스, 뷰릴프트, 스크립스 스포츠가 '팬서스 플러스'라는 새로운 스트리밍 플랫폼을 출시했습니다. 플로리다 방송 지역에서 이용 가능한 이 서비스는 70개의 라이브, 지역 제작 팬서스 경기에 시즌당 69.99달러에 접근할 수 있습니다. 이 플랫폼은 웹 브라우저, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku 및 Amazon Fire TV를 포함한 다양한 장치에서 이용 가능합니다.

네 개의 프리시즌 경기가 9월 27일부터 무료로 제공됩니다. 이 서비스는 주문형 비디오와 팬서스의 오리지널 프로그램을 포함한 여러 시청 옵션을 제공함으로써 팬의 참여를 증진하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 이는 코드 커터와 스트리밍 애호가를 위한 대안으로 설계되었습니다. 스크립스 스포츠는 Key West에서 Treasure Coast 및 Ft Myers까지 경기를 방송 및 케이블로 배포할 것입니다.

Les Florida Panthers, ViewLift et Scripps Sports ont lancé 'Panthers Plus', une nouvelle plateforme de streaming pour les matchs et les contenus des Panthers. Disponible dans le territoire de diffusion de la Floride, le service propose un accès à 70 matchs en direct, produits localement par les Panthers pour 69,99 $ par saison. La plateforme est accessible sur divers appareils, y compris les navigateurs Web, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku et Amazon Fire TV.

Quatre matchs de pré-saison seront disponibles gratuitement à partir du 27 septembre. Le service vise à améliorer l'engagement des fans en proposant plusieurs options de visionnage, y compris des vidéos à la demande et des programmes originaux des Panthers. Il est conçu comme une alternative pour ceux qui ont arrêté le câble et pour les amateurs de streaming. Scripps Sports diffusera les matchs par voie hertzienne et par câble de Key West à la Treasure Coast et à Ft Myers.

Die Florida Panthers, ViewLift und Scripps Sports haben 'Panthers Plus' gestartet, eine neue Streaming-Plattform für Panthers-Spiele und -Inhalte. Verfügbar im Übertragungsgebiet von Florida bietet der Dienst Zugang zu 70 Live-Spielen, die lokal produziert werden, für 69,99 $ pro Saison. Die Plattform ist auf verschiedenen Geräten zugänglich, einschließlich Webbrowser, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku und Amazon Fire TV.

Vier Vorbereitungsspiele werden ab dem 27. September kostenlos verfügbar sein. Der Dienst zielt darauf ab, das Engagement der Fans zu fördern, indem er verschiedene Anzeigemöglichkeiten bietet, darunter Video on Demand und originale Panthers-Programme. Es ist als Alternative für Kabelschneider und Streaming-Enthusiasten konzipiert. Scripps Sports wird die Spiele über Antenne und Kabel von Key West bis zur Treasure Coast und in Ft Myers übertragen.

Positive
  • Launch of 'Panthers Plus' streaming platform enhances fan access to games and content
  • Full-season pass priced at $69.99 for 70 games plus first round of playoffs
  • Partnership with Scripps Sports expands distribution channels
  • Streaming service targets cord-cutters and provides flexible viewing options
Negative
  • Service to Panthers regional broadcast area
  • Nationally televised games not available on the platform

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The launch of 'Panthers Plus' represents a significant shift in the Florida Panthers' content distribution strategy. This streaming platform, developed in partnership with ViewLift and Scripps Sports, offers 70 live games for $69.99 per season within the team's regional broadcast area. The move caters to cord-cutters and streaming-preferring fans, potentially expanding the team's reach and revenue streams.

Key points to consider:

  • The $1 per game pricing strategy is competitive and may attract price-sensitive fans.
  • Multi-platform availability (web, mobile, smart TVs) ensures broad accessibility.
  • Free preseason games and content could drive initial adoption and user registration.
  • The platform's success will depend on streaming quality, user experience and exclusive content offerings.

While this move aligns with broader media consumption trends, its impact on traditional TV viewership and existing partnerships should be monitored. The platform's performance could influence future sports media rights negotiations and distribution strategies across the NHL.

Streaming Platform Available in Florida Broadcast Territory, Four Preseason Games Will Air Free Beginning on Sept. 27

SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Florida Panthers, ViewLift and Scripps Sports announced today that 'Panthers Plus,' an all-new mobile application and the official streaming home of the club, is now available on web browser, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku and Amazon Fire TV. Additional platforms Samsung TV and LG TV are expected to be announced and added in the coming weeks by ViewLift, the Panthers' digital partner. The Panthers Plus Season Pass is available for purchase now at PanthersPlus.TV.

'Panthers Plus' will offer free access to the Cats preseason match-ups on Sept. 27 at Carolina, Sept. 28 vs Carolina, Sept. 30 vs Tampa Bay and Oct. 2 at Tampa Bay. Access to Panthers studio shows and other non-game in-house produced content will be free for registered users.

By purchasing the Panthers Plus Season Pass, fans who visit PanthersPlus.TV will gain access to view 70 live, locally-produced Panthers games. For streaming during the regular season, fans can purchase a full-season pass (70 games, plus the first round of the playoffs should the Panthers qualify) for $69.99. Games on Panthers Plus will only be available within the Panthers regional broadcast area. Games that are shown exclusively on national television through NHL rightsholders ESPN, ESPN+ and TNT will not be available to stream on this application.

In collaboration with Scripps Sports, which will distribute games over the air and by cable from Key West to the Treasure Coast and in Ft Myers, this new streaming service will enhance fan engagement with multiple viewing options. Panthers' fans in South Florida and the surrounding region will now have unparalleled access to live game content along with on-demand video and original Panthers programs, whether they are at home or on the go. 'Panthers Plus' is a great option for cord-cutters or individuals who prefer streaming applications over watching live on cable.

"For about a $1 a game, this streaming service is another great option for our fans to use as part of their regular tune-in routine," said Chief Strategy Officer Mark Zarthar. "In addition to live games, our passionate viewers will have the chance to watch the weekly Panthers Primetime show and to view Panthers content daily."

"Scripps Sports partnership with the Florida Panthers is all about making the Panthers games available on every platform, so fans can enjoy the games wherever they are in their busy lives," said Brian Lawlor, President of Scripps Sports.  "This new app ensures that fans of the Panthers can watch the games even when they are enjoying all the other great things about South Florida".

"Panthers Plus offers another way to watch games - but it's so much more," noted Rick Allen, ViewLift's CEO. "Streaming to major OTT devices makes it easy for fans to keep up with the team whenever they want and wherever they are.  All of the Panthers' rich content will appear on Panthers Plus, with additional features rolling out during the season."

For a full list of how and where to watch Panthers games this season, visit FloridaPanthers.com/HowToWatch.

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About The Florida Panthers:
The National Hockey League's southernmost team, the Florida Panthers are coming off their first Stanley Cup Championship where the club earned the 2023-24 Prince of Wales Trophy as Eastern Conference Champions en route to the organization's third appearance in the Stanley Cup Final and first Stanley Cup in franchise history. Under General Manager Bill Zito and Head Coach Paul Maurice, the Cats have grown into a tenacious, dynamic, and exciting team led by captain Aleksander Barkov and superstar forward Matthew Tkachuk. At home in Sunrise, Fla., at Amerant Bank Arena, the Panthers welcome fans from the tri-county area, the South Florida region and beyond. An organization with deep roots in the community, a pillar program 'Heroes Among Us' honors a military veteran at each game.

About ViewLift:
ViewLift is a full-service digital content distribution platform empowering sports leagues and clubs, entertainment companies, local TV broadcasters, and others to monetize their content through native branded apps on major OTT devices, including web, mobile, TV-connected devices, Smart TVs and gaming consoles. ViewLift offers clients a range of monetization models on a proprietary platform with advanced real-time analytics. ViewLift's clientele includes the NHL; the Washington Capitals, Wizards and Mystics; the Vegas Golden Knights (another joint project with Scripps Sports); LIV Golf; NBC Universal; TEGNA and others. Visit www.viewlift.com.

About Scripps Sports:
Scripps Sports serves professional and college sports leagues, conferences and teams with local market depth and national broadcast reach of up to 100% of TV households. Scripps Sports currently has partnerships with the Women's National Basketball Association, the National Women's Soccer League, the National Hockey League's Florida Panthers and Vegas Golden Knights and NHL's new Utah Hockey Team, and the NCAA's Big Sky Conference. Scripps Sports is a division of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), a Fortune 1000 American media company focused on creating a better-informed world.

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FAQ

What is Panthers Plus and when was it launched?

Panthers Plus is a new streaming platform for Florida Panthers games and content, launched on September 24, 2024, in collaboration with ViewLift and Scripps Sports.

How much does the Panthers Plus Season Pass cost?

The Panthers Plus Season Pass costs $69.99 for the full season, which includes 70 games plus the first round of playoffs if the Panthers qualify.

What devices support the Panthers Plus streaming service?

Panthers Plus is available on web browsers, iOS, Android, AppleTV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV. Samsung TV and LG TV support are expected to be added in the coming weeks.

Are there any free games available on Panthers Plus?

Yes, four preseason games will be available for free on Panthers Plus, starting from September 27, 2024.

Can fans outside the Panthers' broadcast territory access Panthers Plus?

No, Panthers Plus is only available within the Panthers' regional broadcast area, which includes South Florida and the surrounding region.

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