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Renewed push to restore ESPN on YouTube TV

Talks between YouTube TV and Disney have gained fresh traction toward restoring ESPN, even as pricing for Disney’s non-sports networks like FX and National Geographic remains a sticking point, sources say. ESPN, ABC and Disney channels have been dark for the service’s 10 million subscribers since Oct. 30, cutting off Monday Night Football and college games. With Disney’s earnings Thursday, top bosses Sundar Pichai and Bob Iger are now engaged, while ESPN chief Jimmy Pitaro and Disney’s entertainment co-chairs lead day to day. YouTube TV offered $20 credits, and FCC chairman Brendan Carr publicly urged a swift deal.

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