DISH Network Launches NESN HD

Mar 27, 2008

DISH Network Corporation  announced the launch of the New England Sports Network (NESN), New England's most-watched sports network, in high definition (HD). NESN is available in standard definition (SD) on DISH Network channel 434 and HD games are available on channel 434 HD to customers who subscribe to America's Top 100 Plus or higher programming packages.

"Adding the New England Sports Network in HD to our existing Regional Sports Networks lineup gives New England sports fans all the more reason to subscribe to DISH Network," said Eric Sahl, senior vice president of Programming for DISH Network. "By combining the latest and most popular HD sports programming with the functionality and technology of our industry-leading dishDVR, customers will find multiple ways to enhance their viewing experience."

"We are pleased DISH Network subscribers will have Red Sox and Bruins game in high definition on NESN HD," said Sean McGrail, NESN president. "NESN has been a leader in the industry, delivering more HD sports programming than any other RSN in the country."