The Chicago White Sox are moving to WGN according to All Access. After their rights agreement with Cumulus Media’s WLS became null and void during bankruptcy dealings, the franchise started seeking a new radio home, and found one, just in time for spring training.
“What an honor it is to join the White Sox family,” said WGN VP/Content Todd Manley. “Summer starts today on WGN Radio.”
“It’s a fantastic win for WHITE SOX fans,” added White Sox SVP/Sales & Marketing Brooks Boyer. “We are thrilled to team up with an iconic media organization in Chicago, delivering the hustle and passion of White Sox games to WGN Radio listeners throughout the city and Midwest.”
The new partnership has no affect on the broadcast booth. Ed Farmer returns as play by play voice, and Darrin Jackson as the color analyst.
Jason Barrett is the President and Founder of Barrett Media since the company was created in September 2015. Prior to its arrival, JB served as a sports radio programmer, launching brands such as 95.7 The Game in San Francisco, and 101 ESPN in St. Louis. He also spent time programming SportsTalk 950 in Philadelphia, 590 The Fan KFNS in St. Louis, and ESPN 1340/1390 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Jason also worked on-air and behind the scenes in local radio at 101.5 WPDH, WTBQ 1110AM, and WPYX 106.5. He also spent two years on the national stage, producing radio shows for ESPN Radio in Bristol, CT. Among them included the Dan Patrick Show, and GameNight.
You can find JB on Twitter @SportsRadioPD. He’s also reachable by email at Jason@BarrettMedia.com.
