Marlins Games in 2009

[HDOrlando]

The Rays signed a deal with FS Florida to broadcast 155 games next year.

With this move and the 75 extra FS dates, how will it effect how many Marlins games the Tampa and Orlando markets get to see?

Anyone got some info?

[UnixPimp]

Link to article?

How many will FSN Florida show in HD? What about the off the air games on ION? I actually like the games on ION because I can get them with a regular antenna, which helps if it is a day game played when I am at work.

I think some of the Marlins games are also on Sun Sports, right?

[HDOrlando]

http://www.sportsbusinessdaily.com/article/124919

Last year, they offered a package that BH Tampa recently picked up for an extra 55 Marlins games on Sun.

I am not sure that us with BH Orlando will have here.

They will have to find more space for the 75 extra Rays Games, have an alternate feed or move more games to SUN.

Any insiders have word on this?

[Chris Berry]

I've asked around and was told that BHN will have all the Marlin and Rays games that are available on FOX Sports Net and Sun Sports. When I find out the specific numbers, I'll post here.

[HDOrlando]

Chris,

You hearing anything here yet?

My guess is something will be coming out soon with the season a little more than a month away.

[Chris Berry]

No word yet...I'll keep asking around.