"ESPN is at the forefront of embracing innovative ways to deliver high-quality content and value to consumers on multiple platforms, but that must be done in compliance with our agreements. We simply ask that Verizon abide by the terms of our contracts."

Update: Verizon's official statement is below.

"Consumers have spoken loud and clear that they want choice, and the industry should be focused on giving consumers what they want. We are well within our rights under our agreements to offer customers these choices. "

Update: According to the legal summons filed earlier today in a New York Supreme Court, it looks like ESPN is seeking an injunction and damages from Verizon for "an amount consistent with (but not limited to) relevant provisions in the parties' agreements." Citing a breach of contract, which Verizon has denied so far, ESPN states that the carrier violated its obligations under "certain license agreements, supplements and amendments" between the two. At this point, the ball is on Verizon's court.