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ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Audacy Partnering with SiriusXM to Bring Sports, News, Talk Stations to Satellite Radio

The rollout begins Tuesday, September 1.

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.

Molly Qerim Lands First Role Following First Take Exit With Zuffa Boxing

"The move signals a notable reentry into live event television for Qerim, who spent more than a decade as the face of ESPN’s weekday debate programming."

YES Network, Comcast Reportedly Reach Carriage Agreement for 2026 Yankees Season

"The RSN, home to Major League Baseball’s New York Yankees and the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets, will remain available on Comcast’s expanded basic tier."

Stephen A. Smith Ends Partnership With Solitaire App Company After Being Named Ambassador

"The company leaned into the broadcaster’s viral moment from the NBA Finals, when cameras captured him playing solitaire during Game 4 of the NBA Finals"

Malika Andrews Reportedly the Leading Candidate To Replace Elle Duncan on ESPN WNBA Coverage

"No deal has been finalized, and ESPN declined to comment on the report"

ESPN Reportedly Ordering Talent To End Papaya Gaming Promotional Messaging

"The promotion is tied to ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith being named a global ambassador for Papaya’s World Solitaire Championship"

How Michael Jordan’s Load Management With NBC Sports Ruins the Spectacle and Exposes the Hypocricy

"If Wayne Gretzky, Tom Brady, and Derek Jeter can find time to discuss current-day league events, so can Michael Jordan"

Michael Jordan NBC Appearances Reportedly Still Not Finalized For The Season

"The NBA legend could sit down for two or three additional interviews with NBC’s Mike Tirico as the network continues its first full season back with the league"

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"

ESPN Tabs Shae Cornette as New Host of ‘First Take’

"She previously worked with ESPN 1000, Fox 32, and ABC 7, and at ESPN she has been a regular SportsCenter anchor and studio host across both television and radio platforms"

ESPN Moves NHL Reporter Emily Kaplan From Rink to Studio Role

"Kaplan, who joined ESPN in 2017 after covering the NFL for Sports Illustrated’s MMQB, will still be onsite for major events, including NHL opening night on October 7"

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Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.

Cam Newton Reportedly Departs ESPN As Part Of Network’s Layoffs

"Newton is just the latest regular contributor on First Take to depart the network."