In a major victory for Denver sports enthusiasts, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) today announced a groundbreaking deal that will bring Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche games back to free, over-the-air television.
The agreement with TEGNA will see 20 games from each team broadcast on Denver’s 9NEWS (KUSA-TV) and My20 (KTVD-TV), providing a free viewing option for millions of fans in the Denver metro area.
A New Era for Altitude Sports
This move marks a significant evolution for Altitude Sports, which will continue to carry local games for subscribers of DIRECTV, DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, and Spectrum TV. Additionally, a new subscription-based platform, Altitude+, will launch in October, offering Nuggets and Avalanche games not exclusive to a national network.
Josh Kroenke, KSE vice chairman, expressed his excitement about the deal: “Thanks to this innovative model, our fans can be with us every step of the way this season in our quest to bring both the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy and the Stanley Cup back to Denver.”
9NEWS and My20: The New Homes for Denver Sports
Of the 20 live games per team set for over-the-air broadcast, 10 will air on 9NEWS, the NBC affiliate and local news powerhouse, further solidifying its position as a central hub for Denver sports coverage.
Mark Cornetta, senior vice president, media operations, TEGNA, shared the news: “With both teams coming off recent championships, the demand from fans is at an all-time high. Today, there are even more reasons for fans to celebrate with the ability to watch Nuggets and Avs games for free over-the-air.”
Familiar Faces, New Platform
Games airing on 9NEWS and My20 will maintain the high-quality production values and familiar talent that fans have come to expect from Altitude Sports. Chris Marlowe, Scott Hastings, Vic Lombardi, and others will continue to provide expert commentary and analysis for Nuggets games, while Marc Moser, Mark Rycroft, Kyle Keefe, and John-Michael Liles will cover the Avalanche.
This landmark agreement signals a new era for Denver sports broadcasting, ensuring that fans have access to their beloved teams, regardless of their cable or satellite subscriptions. As the Nuggets and Avalanche look to defend their recent championships, fans can now follow every thrilling moment of the journey, free of charge. Sources and related content