Explain YES to an outsider [Archive]

MelmoandMiggy

08-02-06, 11:09 AM

The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network is up and running on DirecTV, and it appears that there's a good chance it'll be on basic cable by the start of next season. Right now, I know that (obviously in addition to Orioles and Nationals games), the channel is scheduled to show classic Orioles games and Ravens preseason games.

I'd imagine that can only take you so far. Having only seen YES during Yankee games, I'm wondering what it does to take up all the rest of the time it has to fill. It's 24-hours like MASN will be, right? I know there are Yankeeographies, but I'd imagine that the time is especially hard to fill during the offseason. Do they ever show Knicks/Nets/Rangers/Devils/Islanders games? Any college games? Or is it just ESPNClassic for Yankees only?

I'm just wondering what to expect from the new channel. Thanks.

FormerlyKnownAsMHHL

08-02-06, 11:12 AM

from http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/index.jsp

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http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_nyy.gif Yankees Games
128 regular season games, plus 16 Spring Training games. Yankees Pre and Post Game
Get the latest news, scores and highlights before and after each game.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_nyybatpract.gif Yankees Batting Practice Today, Presented by your Tri-State Lincoln and Mercury Dealers
Expected to air prior to approximately 100 YES Yankees telecasts, Yankees Batting Practice Today will consist of batting practice from the Yankees and their opponents, features, analysis, matchups, interviews, statistics and the latest news from baseball and throughout the world of sports. The program will air one our prior to the beginning of Yankees games, and one half hour before the Yankees Pre Game Show.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yankclass.gif Yankees Classics, Presented By Infiniti
YES holds the rights to all past regional Yankees telecasts and will air the greatest hits, including Roger Clemens' 300th victory and dramatic World Series victories from the 1996, '98, 2000 and '01 seasons.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yankeemag.gif Yankees Magazine
The official weekly magazine of America's greatest sports franchise. During the season, we'll have the latest highlights, trend stories, player profiles and exclusives. In the offseason, we'll cover the top player acquisitions, instructional segments with the pros, and spring training.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yankography.gif Yankeeography
YES brings the greatest names in Yankee history to life with a signature biography series. The Yankee legends (Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Mantle, Munson and more) plus contemporary heroes like Mattingly, Randolph, Jeter, Torre, Williams and Rivera.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_hotstove.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=yhs) Yankees Hot Stove
Bob Lorenz, Sports Illustrated senior baseball writer Tom Verducci and a rotating panel of local writers give you the inside scoop on the offseason dealings of the Yankees and the rest of Major League Baseball on Yankees Hot Stove. Live episodes premiere Thursdays from November through January.
• Send a question to the Hot Stove panel > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=yhs)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_talesoftriumph.gif Tales of Triumph
Get the back stories on some of the Yankees' most memorable victories. Featured programs include the 2003 ALCS and 1978 AL East playoff wins over the Boston Red Sox, the 1996 and 1998 World Series wins, and how the Yankees revitalized New York during the 2001 World Series.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yes.gif W.B. Mason Presents Yankees Encore
See all the key moments in this 2 1/2-hour encore of the latest Yankees game, with your favorite Yankees announcers at the mike.

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http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_njnets.gif Nets Games
77 regular season games, two preseason games and selected playoff games.

Nets Pre and Post Game
Get the latest news, scores and highlights before and after each game.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_netsmag.gif Nets Magazine
The official monthly magazine show of the New Jersey Nets. During the season, we'll have the latest highlights, trend stories, player profiles and exclusives. In the offseason, we'll cover the top player acquisitions, instructional segments with the pros, and give the latest team news. Hosted by Ian Eagle.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_marvalshow.gif The Marv Albert Show
Nets play-by-play man Marv Albert goes one-on-one with superstars from the Nets and the rest of the NBA in a uniquely candid interview show. Recent guests have included Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade, six-time NBA champion Robert Horry, and the ever-colorful and controversial Charles Barkley.

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http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_roadtrip2.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=urt) YES' Ultimate Road Trip
An all-new season, with an all-new cast, new twists, tougher competitions and more. Tune in for Season 2, with new episodes premiering every Sunday at 7:30 p.m. • YES' Ultimate Road Trip Season 2 homepage > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=urt)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_pokerchal.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=pc) Boston vs. NY Poker Challenge
Sponsored by PartyPoker.net, the Boston vs. New York Poker Challenge at Turning Stone Resort and Casino pits six Bostonians versus six New Yorkers in a wild Texas Hold 'Em tournament. Players are vying for team and individual bragging rights, as well as some future perks, like appearing on the YES or NESN Pre Game show during a Yankees or Red Sox game. • Poker Challenge home page > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=pc)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_kidsondeck.gif Kids On Deck
YES Network's Emmy-winning youth-centered show spins baseball in a whole new direction. Weekly segments include tutorials from Don Mattingly, Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez. The third season is under way with a new host: David Justice. New episodes air Sunday mornings at 11:30.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_memories.gif Memories of the Game
Who would not want to have an autographed baseball or bat, a signed game worn jersey, an opportunity to personally meet a player before batting practice? All this and much more will be brought to life on Memories of the Game, YES Network's sports memorabilia show, produced in conjunction with Yankees-Steiner Collectibles. This show will interview some of the greatest athletes in sports history, highlighting their careers in addition to going inside their personalities to see what makes them tick. Hosted by Leslie Boghosian.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_nygiants.gif New York Giants
The YES Network is proud to televise three New York Giants-related football shows: "Giants Training Camp Report," "Giants Online," and "Giants On Deck," a young-adult football show in the same mold of "Kids On Deck," which aired during baseball season.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_giantsreport.gif Giants Training Camp Report
Hosted by Bob Papa, the Giants Training Camp Report covered the Giants as they prepared for the upcoming season at the State University of New York at Albany.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_giantsonline.gif Giants Online
Hosted by Bob Papa and Giants VP of Communications Pat Hanlon, Giants Online is a weekly half-hour roundtable discussion of the Giants and the NFL with Giants’ beat reporters.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_giants_ondeck.gif Giants On Deck
Go deep into Big Blue territory with the new YES Network show for fans of all ages: "Giants on Deck." Tiki Barber rules the Wreck Room as he hosts 30 minutes of features, facts and fun about the world of the New York Giants. See players like Tiki Barber off the field and watch kids have their football fantasies come true. For a Giant half-hour of football, YES-style, don't miss "Giants on Deck." New episodes premiere Saturdays at 11:30 a.m.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_twif.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=twif) This Week In Football
Hosted by Bob Lorenz, "This Week in Football" focuses on the Giants and Jets, but also offers insight into the other NFL teams by wrapping up the previous week's games, and previewing the upcoming games. Also featured on the show are New York Daily News NFL columnist Gary Myers, former Giants tight end Howard Cross and former Jets running back Keith Byars. Former Jets and Eagles assistant coach Larry Pasquale is featured in his weekly "Coach's Class" segment, previewing each team's game plan for the week.In addition, "This Week In Football" features special NFL guests each week. Other highlights include a video diary by Giants running back Tiki Barber, giving the fans an inside glimpse into the life of a professional football player. • This Week In Football home page > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=twif)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_gmccenter.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=centerstage) GMC Truck Presents CenterStage
Superstars of sports and entertainment appear on stage in front of a studio audience to talk with host Michael Kay about their lives as major figures who love sports. Guests range from hometown favorites like Derek Jeter, Joe Torre, Alex Rodríguez, Johnny Damon, Jason Kidd, Richard Jefferson and Vince Carter to the likes of Spike Lee, Dick Enberg, Mike Ditka, Charles Barkley, John Elway and acclaimed author David Halberstam.
• CenterStage home page > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=centerstage)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_mikemaddog.gif Mike and the Mad Dog
New York's top rated sports radio talk show, WFAN's Mike & The Mad Dog will be simulcast live Monday through Friday from 1:00 - 6:30 p.m., with a live online chat corresponding with the show. A one-hour "Best of Mike and the Mad Dog" airs weeknights at 10:30.
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yesnetmag.gif (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=ynm) YES Network Magazine
The network's own sports and lifestyle magazine program. Segments will cover a wide range of topics, including sports personality profiles, college and high school action, nostalgia pieces and outdoor life segments. Co-hosted by Leslie Boghosian and Peter Ward. • YNM home page > (http://www.yesnetwork.com/schedule/programs/show.jsp?id=ynm)
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_yogimovie.gif Yogi and a Movie
Yankees legend and Hall of Famer Yogi Berra, whose humorous "Yogi-isms" have long been a part of American culture, will turn his attention to the silver screen when he hosts "Yogi and a Movie," YES Network's new original series. Among the films being shown are the original "Bad News Bears," Major League 3: Back to the Minors," "The Natural," "A League of Their Own," "Bang The Drum Slowly," "The Jackie Robinson Story," "Jim Thorpe: All American," "The Babe," "The Joe Louis Story," "The Bad News Bears Go To Japan," "Paradise Alley," and "The Babe."

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http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_nyy.gif Minor League Baseball
Live presentations of the Staten Island Yankees (short-season A), and the Columbus Clippers (AAA).
http://www.yesnetwork.com/images/programs/logo_collegesports.gif College Sports
YES is the home of Ivy League football and men's and women's basketball. YES also broadcasts football and basketball action from the nation's top conferences.

Classic Sports
YES has access to some vintage material, including many great college and professional championship games. We will develop a schedule of theme weeks and anniversary specials to coincide with great moments in sports history.

MelmoandMiggy

08-02-06, 11:22 AM

Ahh...right. Haha didn't even think about looking for a website, thanks.

Steve J. Rogers

08-02-06, 11:22 AM

I'm not sure when the Devils are scheduled (or if as they were divested of the Yankees a couple of years ago, IIRC the Nets were worried Lamarillo would do to Jason Kidd what he does to the Devils stars) to be on, but as of now the only hockey on is college.

Liquid Sky

08-02-06, 03:32 PM

I'm not sure when the Devils are scheduled (or if as they were divested of the Yankees a couple of years ago, IIRC the Nets were worried Lamarillo would do to Jason Kidd what he does to the Devils stars) to be on, but as of now the only hockey on is college. You're correct about the Devils. When the entity known as YankeeNets was dissolved, the Nets and Devils, who were under the same ownership umbrella as the Yankees at the time, were sold off. In the aftermath, the Nets remained on YES, but the Devils games were picked up by Cablevision. They now air on FSN primarily, since MSG has the Rangers and Knicks.

As far as the original question, YES has paid programming (infomercials) from 2 AM to 6 AM. Possibly MASN will follow the SNY model, which aims to be less Mets-centric and has more live programming like SportsNite (a mini version of SportsCenter) and "The Daily News Live." Like the other poster above provided for YES, here's a link to SNY's broadcast content.

http://www.sny.tv/schedule/programming.jsp

TheBamTino24

08-02-06, 04:24 PM

They also have a bunch of magazine type shows not listed here. I know during NCAA basketball season, they have weekly shows for Seton Hall, Villanova and Penn State.

buckyjacobson

08-11-06, 11:18 AM

"...Goldman Sachs and Providence Equity Partners are considering a sale of NY Yankees broadcaster YES Network, according to the New York Post. A deal could be worth up to $3 billion..."

longtimeyankeefan

08-11-06, 04:59 PM

The Mid-Atlantic Sports Network is up and running on DirecTV, and it appears that there's a good chance it'll be on basic cable by the start of next season. Right now, I know that (obviously in addition to Orioles and Nationals games), the channel is scheduled to show classic Orioles games and Ravens preseason games.

I'd imagine that can only take you so far. Having only seen YES during Yankee games, I'm wondering what it does to take up all the rest of the time it has to fill. It's 24-hours like MASN will be, right? I know there are Yankeeographies, but I'd imagine that the time is especially hard to fill during the offseason. Do they ever show Knicks/Nets/Rangers/Devils/Islanders games? Any college games? Or is it just ESPNClassic for Yankees only?

I'm just wondering what to expect from the new channel. Thanks.

Perhaps they will begin running a new series about classic Washington players entitled Senatorials.

First up - the manager Ted Williams