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Ernie Johnson Is Irreplaceable, but Inside the NBA Could Have a Future On ESPN

"ESPN has an opportunity to use this moment not to preserve something that can never be replicated, but to build something that feels authentic to the next generation of basketball fans."

Why Connell McShane Believes NewsNation’s Election Night Coverage Is Like Political NFL RedZone

“So on an election night, the election is the [sport]: who’s winning and why? How did we get to this point, or who said what about whom before we got to this point?”

How a Used Range Rover Made Paul Anderson Radio’s Agent

"Talent don't need to be coddled...What talent need is an honest partner."

Inside Adam Smith’s Journey From Barstool Sports to 97.5 The Fanatic

"It was a long recovery. For me and my family's sake, I wasn't even going to tip my toe in the water till I was absolutely ready to come back."

Joe Rose: The Hype Surrounding 4 Nations Face-Off Was ‘Great’

"I haven’t had that feeling that I had last night since obviously the Stanley Cup..."

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."

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Why Connell McShane Believes NewsNation’s Election Night Coverage Is Like Political NFL RedZone

“So on an election night, the election is the [sport]: who’s winning and why? How did we get to this point, or who said what about whom before we got to this point?”

How a Used Range Rover Made Paul Anderson Radio’s Agent

"Talent don't need to be coddled...What talent need is an honest partner."

Inside Adam Smith’s Journey From Barstool Sports to 97.5 The Fanatic

"It was a long recovery. For me and my family's sake, I wasn't even going to tip my toe in the water till I was absolutely ready to come back."

Why Catchphrases Are Not Content: A Radio Veteran’s Warning to Hosts

The catchphrase is like parsley on your plate at a fine restaurant. It adds a little specialness. The catchphrase should never be the main course.