Scripps Is Launching a New Free Sports Network & Adding Original Programs to Its OTA TV Networks, Bounce and Grit

If Scripps is launching a new free sports network, that's a game-changer for cord-cutters like me who want to stay on top of their favorite sports without breaking the bank. Now, I'm not sure if this means we'll all be losing our current sports streaming subscriptions (I've got a $15/month Sling Orange subscription, but it's getting pricey), but it definitely raises an interesting question: will we need them anymore?

One possible strategy for viewers like me is to consider rotating between different free and paid options. For example, I could cut the cord and just use the new Scripps sports network for my favorite teams, while still keeping Sling Orange for some of the other sports I care about. This way, I wouldn't be committing to a single service that might not meet all my needs. Another option is to take advantage of these new OTAs - Bounce and Grit are already free over-the-air options, so adding more original programming could make them even more appealing.

The real question will be how much Scripps plans to charge for its premium sports content, if anything. If the new network is going to offer quality sports coverage without a hefty price tag, that's a win-win for cord-cutters like me who want affordable entertainment options. But until I see some concrete pricing information, I'll just have to wait and see how this all plays out.