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ESPN Executive Peter McConville Departs After More Than Three Decades at the Network

"To my talented colleagues, thank you. The relationships and experiences will stay with me long after this chapter closes."

Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy Feels ESPN Will Win Carriage Dispute With YouTube TV

"As a business guy, I totally get it. I understand ESPN’s point of view, and I understand YouTube’s point"

ESPN, ABC, and Disney Channels Go Dark on YouTube TV Over Carriage Dispute

"Despite our best efforts, we have not been able to reach a fair deal, and starting today, Disney programming will not be available on YouTube TV"

Enter the Sports Media Haunted House if You Dare

"Keep your flashlight charged, your passwords memorized, and your wallet close. Because in sports media 2025—the scariest things aren’t lurking in the shadows… they’re hidden behind paywalls and lagging internet speeds"

How ESPN’s ‘Frozen Frenzy’ Expands on What ESPN Can Do With a ‘Redzone’ Model

"With interviews, insight, and information, Frozen Frenzy is a joyful and jovial Zamboni ride around the NHL"

Some ESPN Producers Reportedly Growing Tired of Pat McAfee’s Demeanor At ESPN

"Everyone is bending over backwards to put you in a good position—and these same people are incentivized for you to succeed"

YouTube, Disney Carriage Agreement Ending Next Week as Both Networks Trade Statements

"If we don’t reach a fair deal soon, YouTube TV customers will lose access to ESPN and ABC, and all our marquee programming — including the NFL, college football, NBA and NHL seasons — and so much more"

‘First Take’ Correctly Handled the Breaking FBI Investigation Involving Current, Former NBA Players

"First Take did what responsible debate television program should do: pause, confirm, and then engage. In an era where speed often trumps substance, waiting for facts isn’t hesitation — it’s integrity"

‘Inside the NBA’ Debuts on ESPN With Rousing Praise for Network Not Affecting the Product

"With the debut last night filled with moments making jokes of the network, ESPN embraced the first program and all it's hilarity to show it stands by it's stance made all summer"

NFL Owners Approve ESPN Acquiring NFL Network and Other NFL Media Assets for Stake in Network

"It’s going to be a real win for football fans"

Why Pat McAfee’s Latest Comments Prove He Still Can’t Handle Criticism

"For the brash and outspoken façade that McAfee presents—believing in fun, sports, and football—there continue to be underlying signs of weakness"

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Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Ernie Johnson Explains The Timing Of His Inside the NBA Retirement Announcement

"I actually kind of got tired of people asking me if I was going to keep doing the show."