The New England Sports Network (NESN) has rolled out a new free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel that pledges more than 30 hours of live and original programming every week.

Meanwhile, NESN is reportedly slashing its editorial department, according to workers at New England Sports Network. “Got some not so good news this morning,” Gayle Troiani posted.

A network spokesperson provided a statement on the layoffs: “NESN is committed to delivering high-quality content and unparalleled entertainment experiences to New England sports fans.

NESN Nation will sport more than 30 hours of live and original programming each week, including live games, live gameday content, live press conferences, interviews, game and sports betting ...