Cubs’ TV Network Could Launch Next Month Without Deal With Comcast
January 21, 2020 2:49PM CST
The Cubs’ new television network could launch next month without being broadcasted on the largest cable provider in the Chicago area. Marquee Sports Network has yet to reach a deal with Comcast. Agreements have already been reached with Mediacom Communications, AT&T and Charter Communications. The channel is set to launch February 22nd for the Cubs’ first spring training game against the Athletics. The network will feature over a dozen on-air talents, including announcers Len Kasper and Jim Deshaies and analysts Lou Piniella, Rick Sutcliffe, Ryan Dempster, Mark DeRosa, Carlos Pena, and Doug Glanville.
