Tony Staffieri and Edward Rogers discuss MLSE deal with Ron MacLean

Rhea-AI Summary

Rogers has announced a significant acquisition, signing an agreement to purchase Bell's 37.5% ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) for C$4.7 billion. This major deal in the Canadian sports and entertainment industry will be discussed in an interview featuring Rogers President and CEO Tony Staffieri and Executive Chair Edward Rogers with Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean.

The interview broadcast footage will be available via pool feed at 3 p.m. ET today. Detailed technical specifications for accessing the pool feed have been provided, including satellite coordinates and video format information. This acquisition represents a substantial investment by Rogers in the sports and entertainment sector, potentially impacting its market position and future strategies.

Positive

• Acquisition of Bell's 37.5% stake in MLSE for C$4.7 billion
• Increased ownership in a major sports and entertainment entity
• Potential for enhanced market position in the sports and media industry

Negative

• Significant capital expenditure of C$4.7 billion
• Potential increase in debt or use of cash reserves for the acquisition

Pool feed details below to access broadcast footage of interview

TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Earlier today, Rogers announced it has signed an agreement to buy Bell’s 37.5% ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) for C$4.7 billion.  Rogers President and CEO Tony Staffieri, and Rogers Executive Chair, Edward Rogers discuss the deal with Hockey Night in Canada’s Ron MacLean.

Broadcast footage of the interview is to be available via pool feed at 3 p.m. ET today.

Pool feed details to access broadcast footage of interview:
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U/L: 14006.0 H
D/L: 11706.0 V
SR: 7.2 Msym/s
Modulation: DVB-S2 8PSK
FEC: 3/4
Pilot: ON
Roll Off: 20%
Video Format: 1080i/59.94
Video Codec: MPEG-4 (H 264) – 4:2:0
PGAD also available to all broadcasters at the Toronto TOC
  
For more information:
Media
media@rci.rogers.com
1-844-226-1338

FAQ

What is the value of Rogers' acquisition of Bell's stake in MLSE?

Rogers has agreed to buy Bell's 37.5% ownership stake in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) for C$4.7 billion.

When will the interview about Rogers' MLSE deal be broadcasted?

The interview broadcast footage will be available via pool feed at 3 p.m. ET on September 18, 2024.

Who will be discussing the MLSE deal in the interview?

Rogers President and CEO Tony Staffieri, and Rogers Executive Chair Edward Rogers will discuss the deal with Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean.

What is the stock symbol for Rogers Communications?

The stock symbol for Rogers Communications is RCI.