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9 MLB Teams Officially Leaving FanDuel Sports Network RSNs

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9 MLB Teams Officially Leaving FanDuel Sports Network RSNs

All nine MLB teams whose broadcasts remained on FanDuel Sports Network regional sports network channels are departing the organization.

According to a report from Sports Business Journal, the Atlanta Braves, Cincinnati Reds, Detroit Tigers, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Angels, Miami Marlins, Milwaukee Brewers, St. Louis Cardinals, and Tampa Bay Rays are all departing FanDuel Sports Network, with eight planning to move to MLB Media distribution methods.

The Atlanta Braves are planning to launch their own network, following a recent precedent created when the Texas Rangers struck deals with local cable and satellite providers, a local over-the-air partner, and a streaming platform with the Victory+ platform.

“FanDuel Sports Network is continuing to broadcast NBA and NHL games, and we appreciate the leagues’ engagement in ongoing discussions on our go-forward plans,” a spokesperson for Main Street Sports, the parent company of FanDuel Sports Network, said in a statement. “We appreciate the relationships we have had with our MLB partners and fans over many years, and we wish them the best.”

The announcement of the MLB franchises leaving FanDuel Sports Network comes on the heels of reports that the regional sports network company had been in on-again, off-again talks to sell the organization to DAZN. Those talks have remained fruitless, however, with SBJ noting that the viability of the business is in question following the exit of the MLB broadcasts.

Furthermore, Main Street Sports reportedly did not make payments to its remaining NBA and NHL teams on Sunday as was previously scheduled.

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ESPN Andscape Signs Jason Reid to Contract Extension

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ESPN Andscape Signs Jason Reid to Contract Extension

ESPN Andscape has announced it has inked senior NFL writer Jason Reid to a multi-year contract extension.

The network has been a familiar home for Reid for the past decade. He originally joined ESPN as an online columnist in February 2015. He later moved to Andscape — previously known as The Undefeated — in January 2016 before its launch.

“I’m grateful for the trust that Andscape and ESPN have continued to place in me,” said Reid. “I work with so many amazing colleagues, and I’m incredibly proud of the storytelling we do every day.”

As part of his duties, he’ll continue to lead Andscape’s coverage of the NFL, while continuing to contribute to SportsCenter and ESPN Radio.

“Jason is a pioneering NFL reporter whose work has chronicled the league’s evolving identity and its social and cultural impact,” said ESPN Vice President and Head of Andscape Jason Aidoo. “His journalism has helped establish Andscape as a destination for incisive coverage of the National Football League, and we are fortunate to have him leading this work.”

Jason Reid has previous experience writing for The Washington Post and The Los Angeles Times before joining the network. He also previously helmed a morning drive radio show on ESPN 980 in the nation’s capital alongside Chris Paul.

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ESPN Sees 2nd Most-Watched Month in 30 Years During January

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ESPN Sees 2nd Most-Watched Month in 30 Years During January

ESPN has shared that January was a banner month for the network, seeing its second-most-watched month in the past three decades.

The network’s records go back to 1996, with the 1.7 million viewers averaged throughout January marking the near record-setting performance.

The 1.7 million average viewership figures mark a 12% uptick compared to the same time period in 2025.

During January, ESPN had back-to-back days of high-stakes football broadcasts between college and the NFL. On Sunday, January 18th, an AFC Divisional Round game pitting the New England Patriots against the Houston Texans was broadcast at 3 PM ET. The following day, the network aired the College Football National Championship Game, as Indiana won its first title in a tight contest over the Miami Hurricanes.

According to figures from Nielsen, 43% of all sports viewing in January took place on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and ESPN Deportes.

Furthermore, 89.6 billion minutes were spent watching ESPN and ESPN on ABC. That marked a 10% increase year-over-year and is the best month since ESPN and ABC Sports combined forces in 2006.

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KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Adds The Chad Benson Show to Evening Lineup

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KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Adds The Chad Benson Show to Evening Lineup

KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM in Seattle has announced it is adding The Chad Benson Show to its daily lineup in the evening window.

The show will be heard from 7-10 PM beginning on Monday.

The program from Chad Benson will replace Eye on the World with John Batchelor, The Takeout with Major Garrett, and Prime Time with John Dickerson in the window.

“I’m excited to join KIRO Newsradio and connect with listeners across Seattle,” said Benson. “My goal is to deliver the news in a way that’s informative, honest, and engaging—without losing sight of the human side of the stories.”

In addition to airing on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM, The Chad Benson Show also airs on 92.3 KTAR in Phoenix, among other locations. The show — nationally syndicated through Radio America — airs from 9 AM to Noon ET. Benson also hosts the 12-3 PM timeslot at SuperTalk 99.7 WTN in Nashville, as well as a 12-3 PM Dallas-focused show for 1080 KRLD.

“Chad has a unique ability to break down complex issues in a way that’s engaging and accessible,” said KIRO Director of News and Talk Programming Bryan Buckalew. “He respects the intelligence of the audience, values facts, and understands how to connect with listeners in a meaningful way. He’s a strong addition to our evening programming.”

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Dan Bongino Upon Podcast Return: This Isn’t Going to Be About What I Did at the FBI

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Dan Bongino Upon Podcast Return: This Isn’t Going to Be About What I Did at the FBI

Dan Bongino made his anticipated return to his podcast on Monday, and shared what the relaunched show won’t be, as much as shared what’s in store.

To begin Monday’s first edition of the returned Dan Bongino Show, the former FBI Director said that he wouldn’t turn the podcast into a retrospective of his year working at the agency.

“I really did miss you all,” Bongino said. “It’s been a crazy year … Never tell people what you’re not going to do. But in this case, it matters. This is not going to be a year or two of me presenting my resume about what happened every single week (at the FBI). It’s not. One of the cardinal rules of leadership and leadership positions is ‘Don’t over-explain yourself.'”

He continued by noting that he would spend much of Monday’s show discussing his thoughts about his time working at the FBI and why he would speak on it today, but not frequently in the future.

“I did what I did. I’m going to show you what I did in today’s show. If you’re a supporter and you like it, you like it. So there’s no need for me to lay out Tolstoy’s War and Peace and keep speaking about it. If you don’t and you hate my guts, it’s not that I’m going to tell you to convince you. So it doesn’t really matter. However, you are the taxpayer, I worked for you. It was the honor of a lifetime to work for you, and this President, and with Kash Patel, who’s an amazing FBI director. So I feel an obligation to tell you what your money paid for.”

During his first show back, Dan Bongino welcomed President Donald Trump as a guest.

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Super Bowl LX Media Row Underway From San Francisco

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Super Bowl LX Media Row Underway From San Francisco

Super Bowl LX media row is officially underway at the Moscone Center in downtown San Francisco, as hundreds of sports media brands began their week of coverage. Typically, Monday is more about setup than execution for many brands.

However, this year in San Francisco brought a large number of stations that began their week ahead of schedule.

With the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots set to do battle in less than a week, both markets were well represented on media row Monday.

98.5 The Sports Hub began its broadcasting week featuring three live shows airing throughout the week from San Francisco. Scott Zolak and Marc Bertrand kicked off the day, followed by Mike Felger and Tony Massarotti with a special one-hour Big Game Preview program scheduled for the week.

98.5 The Sports Hub Radio Row (Barrett Media)
98.5 The Sports Hub Radio Row (Barrett Media)

WEEI was also on site in San Francisco but adjusted its lineup for the week. Greg Hill and Jermaine Wiggins will join Ted Johnson live from San Francisco, with a full slate of content and interviews planned.

Seattle also had a strong presence out west. iHeartMedia’s 93.3 KJR began its broadcasting week on site with Chuck & Buck, Marc James, plus Dave “Softy” Mahler and Dick Fain all broadcasting live from media row.

93.3 KJR Radio Row (Barrett Media)
93.3 KJR Radio Row (Barrett Media)

The buzz from the first day mirrored the growing excitement ahead of next Sunday’s Super Bowl kickoff in Santa Clara, California. Plenty of stations are already lining up celebrity guest appearances for the week. Several national sports radio outlets are providing coverage, including Westwood One Sports, FOX Sports Radio, SiriusXM NFL Radio, and Mad Dog Sports Radio.

ESPN Radio is scheduled to join media row beginning Wednesday morning with Unsportsmanlike and Clinton Yates. Additionally, a number of local radio brands from Audacy, iHeartMedia, and 13 universities are also present on media row.

Nick Kostos Radio Row (Barrett Media)
Nick Kostos Radio Row (Barrett Media)

The early start by several stations underscores the importance of Super Bowl week for sports radio, as media row once again becomes a key destination for live programming, brand exposure, and access to athletes and personalities ahead of the NFL’s biggest game.

With booths filling up and microphones already live, media row at the Moscone Center is quickly transforming into the epicenter of Super Bowl week, setting the stage for days of interviews, live broadcasts, and wall-to-wall coverage leading up to Sunday’s kickoff.

SportsRadio 610 Radio Row (Barrett Media)
SportsRadio 610 Radio Row (Barrett Media)

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Turning Point USA Reveals Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett As Super Bowl Halftime Lineup

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Turning Point USA Reveals Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett As Super Bowl Halftime Lineup

Turning Point USA has unveiled its alternative Super Bowl halftime show lineup, which includes Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett.

The country music stars will perform opposite the NFL’s scheduled show from rapper Bad Bunny.

Furthermore, the organization has announced where the show will be made available. Viewers can watch the performance on Daily Wire+, Real America’s Voice, Trinity Broadcasting Network, Charge! and The National News Desk.

Additionally, the show will stream on Turning Point USA social media channels on YouTube, X, and Rumble.

It is unclear if the performance will be live or pre-recorded. Previously, TPUSA has shared that the show will happen “in an arena setting.”

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Salem Media Promotes Jason Mosher, Mike Murphy Following Val Carolin’s Retirement

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Salem Media Promotes Jason Mosher, Mike Murphy Following Val Carolin’s Retirement

After more than 40 years in broadcast media, Salem Media’s Val Carolin has retired, and Jason Mosher and Mike Murphy have received promotions in corresponding moves.

“Val has become a valued partner for me in his years with Salem,” said Salem Media President of Broadcast Media Allen Power. “He has led with trust, affirmation, and high standards — a leadership style worth emulating.”

Jason Mosher has been promoted to Regional Director of Sales and Regional General Manager. He’ll oversee both Atlanta and Pittsburgh markets for the company.

Additionally, Mike Murphy has also been promoted to Regional General Manager. He’ll now add oversight to the Cleveland market, after previously overseeing the Twin Cities cluster.

“These moves ensure strong continuity of leadership while positioning Salem for continued growth in these key markets,” said Power. “We’re extremely proud of Jason and Mike for their well-earned promotions, and we extend our deepest appreciation to Val for his decades of service and the impact he’s had across our company.”

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1300 The Zone Adding Bucky Godbolt and Brad Kellner to Afternoons

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1300 The Zone Adding Bucky Godbolt and Brad Kellner to Afternoons

1300 The Zone in Austin is set to revamp its afternoon lineup with the addition of Bucky Godbolt and Brad Kellner.

Beginning on Monday, Bucky & BK will be heard from 5-7 PM. The show replaces the final hour of Covino & Rich and the first hour of The Odd Couple from the FOX Sports Radio lineup in the station’s offerings. It will follow The Craig Way Show in the station’s lineup.

Godbolt is a former University of Texas running backs coach. Meanwhile, Kellner is a Texas media veteran, previously hosting afternoons at ESPN 97.5 in Houston before exiting to focus on his digital efforts with Texas Sports Unfiltered.

“Bucky & BK is already a proven, fan-favorite show and we’re thrilled to add it to The Zone’s afternoon lineup,” said 1300 The Zone Program Director Bryan Erickson. “Bucky & BK’s credibility, insight and strong UT sports connection further strengthens our unrivaled coverage of UT athletics.”

“Bucky and I are incredibly excited to partner with 1300 The Zone, Austin’s premier sports talk radio station,” added Brad Kellner.  “The Zone has been a cornerstone of sports radio in our city for decades, and we’re both thrilled to once again call it home and connect with listeners every afternoon.”

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Paul Woods to Retire From Detroit Red Wings Radio Booth After 40 Years

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Paul Woods to Retire From Detroit Red Wings Radio Booth After 40 Years

After more than 40 years, Detroit Red Wings radio analyst Paul Woods has announced this will be his last season with the team.

The 70-year-old announced over the weekend that the 2025-2026 season will be his last working as the lead analyst for the team’s radio broadcasts.

During an interview with MLive, Paul Woods said the reasoning for his departure is simple.

“It’s time. It’s been 40 years,” Woods said. “I have family things I want to do. I’ve got grandkids, and I want to be able to spend more time with them.”

Woods joined the team’s radio booth in 1985 after a seven-year playing career. He originally began working with play-by-play voice Bruce Martyn in 1985, and has worked alongside Ken Kal since the 1996-1997 season.

He is the longest-serving radio analyst in Detroit sports history. In 2022, he worked his 3,000th Red Wings broadcast.

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