Disney Sells YES Network to Yankees, Sinclair and Amazon

The transcript discusses Disney's acquisition of regional sports networks from 21st Century Fox and the subsequent divestment required by the Department of Justice. Disney sold many networks to Sinclair Broadcast Group, including the YES Network, which involved partners like Amazon and the Yankees. Amazon's involvement is seen as a strategic move into sports content, potentially impacting the future of sports rights as tech companies like Amazon, Facebook, and Google may enter the market.

Discuss the strategic implications of Amazon's involvement as a funding partner in the Yes Network deal.

What concerns do professional sports leagues have regarding traditional sports broadcasters like ESPN and Fox Sports?