TBS Sees Huge Ratings Gains For Rays-Red Sox

With the country paying close attention to both the instability of the economy and the nearing Presidential election, it would not surprise many if ratings for sporting events this month were lower than normal. However, just the opposite appears to be the case. TBS’ coverage of the Rays-Red Sox ALCS is earning nearly 40% higher marks than last year’s NLCS, as the net is clearly reaping the benefits of the huge interest in the defending World Series champs. Turner really would see some large numbers if the Sox can slow down the Tampa bats and keep this series competitive. And while ratings are down through the first four games of the NLCS on Fox, all the net has to do is look at its other main property to see the reverse effect. Sunday’s Cowboys-Cardinals thriller gains Fox' highest rating of any NFL broadcast this year.