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Karl Ravech: “Surreal” To Be Reading About Being Laid Off By ESPN

"I certainly have literally no ill will to a company that's provided me with a life that has that has exceeded any expectation I had coming out of Needham High School or Ithaca College."

Cumulus Media Reports 9.7% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"With our plan of reorganization confirmed by the court and the FCC approval process well underway, we are positioned to emerge from Chapter 11 with a stronger balance sheet to capitalize on future market opportunities."

NFL Reportedly Extending Team-Access Restrictions To ESPN’s Troy Aikman

"It is up to the coaches and clubs what they share with him. If they share information they shouldn’t, then that’s on them. The same parameters that pertained to Tom last season will continue this year and also will apply to Troy [Aikman]."

Bart Scott on Not Being Renewed by ESPN: “It’s My Job To Make Them Regret It”

"I was going in to my radio show, and they called and were like wish we can do it in person. I'm like, no you don't, motherfu**er."

Former NBA Guard Gilbert Arenas Confirms Meeting With NBC Sports

“It's a good crazy that people want me, and I'm very thankful for just the opportunities that I put myself back in position to be wanted,"

ESPN Signs Quentin Richardson as NBA Analyst

The addition of Richardson comes shortly before The Walt Disney Company commences a new 11-year media rights deal with the NBA.

Does Anyone Want to Own a Radio Station?

In April of 2012, ESPN began leasing an FM station in New York from Emmis. The station, 98.7 FM would start out with a...

KNBR Changes Opened the Door For Greg Silver, and He’s Grateful and Focused on Making the Most of His Opportunity

"I am young in this business, and it is my job to help make the show fun and informative and entertaining."

MLB, ESPN Agree To End Current Broadcast Agreement Following 2025 Season

“We are grateful for our longstanding relationship with Major League Baseball and proud of how ESPN’s coverage super-serves fans,”

Gary Bettman “Gratified” How Well 4 Nations Face-Off Has Been Received

“If you're a sports fan and you've taken a peek at what's been going on, maybe we've got you now as a hockey fan."

Steve Simpson to Lead FanDuel Sports Network South, Southeast Regions

"Steve’s deep industry expertise and long-standing relationships have been instrumental in driving our growth and meeting the needs of our team partners."

Lou Merloni Elevated to Lead Analyst of Boston Red Sox Broadcasts On NESN

"Merloni is expected to work about 100 game broadcasts this season, with Will Middlebrooks and Kevin Millar working a limited number of games"

Dan Le Batard: NBA Has ‘Become a Social Media Sport’

"The guaranteed money that NBA now has, it doesn’t matter if you watch it or not."

NESN Officially Launches ‘NESN Nation’ FAST Channel

"We’re excited to expand our portfolio with our first FAST national channel"

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Cumulus Media Reports 9.7% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"With our plan of reorganization confirmed by the court and the FCC approval process well underway, we are positioned to emerge from Chapter 11 with a stronger balance sheet to capitalize on future market opportunities."

NFL Reportedly Extending Team-Access Restrictions To ESPN’s Troy Aikman

"It is up to the coaches and clubs what they share with him. If they share information they shouldn’t, then that’s on them. The same parameters that pertained to Tom last season will continue this year and also will apply to Troy [Aikman]."

Bart Scott on Not Being Renewed by ESPN: “It’s My Job To Make Them Regret It”

"I was going in to my radio show, and they called and were like wish we can do it in person. I'm like, no you don't, motherfu**er."

ESPN’s Troy Aikman: Every Broadcaster Has A Conflict On Interest

"I have friendships every week that I call a game. Whether it's a head coach, an offensive coordinator, or a player. So, I would argue that every broadcaster has a conflict when they're calling a game."