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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."

Why Netflix’s MLB Debut Should Have The NFL’s Attention

"This wasn’t about pleasing purists. It wasn’t about winning the next morning’s sports media debate. It was about signaling to leagues — especially the NFL — that Netflix is ready to compete on the biggest stage there is."

Why Sports Radio Should Lead the Fight for Nielsen Ratings Reform

"Radio has that same opportunity right in front of it. It may not come from immediate competition, but from the willingness to say no more. There has never been a stronger argument for change than using the Big Data + Panel model as a catalyst for a better future—especially when it comes from the industry’s lone measurement provider."

Michael Kay Opens Up on ESPN New York Changes, MLB’s Fragmented Future and Yankees Opening Day on Netflix

"They [Good Karma Brands] made it so easy for me. They’ve been so great and supportive. Once I started doing it, I love it. It changed my life."

Jason Benetti Explains Decision To Leave FOX Sports for NBC Sports MLB Play by Play Role

"To have all those different personality types representative over the course of the season in the booth, I think, is phenomenally interesting."

MLB’s Regional Sports Network Failures Offers Radio a Massive Opportunity

"As Opening Night approaches and uncertainty among many local fans remains about how and where to watch, radio shouldn’t hesitate—it should lean in loudly, proudly, and consistently."

NBC Sports Names Local Analyst Roster for Opening Day Double Header

"The Opening Day presentation, which NBC Sports is branding as a marquee showcase event, will air across both NBC and Peacock beginning at 1 p.m. ET."

NFL Reportedly Begins Media Rights Negotiations With Paramount Skydance

"The current agreement averages about $2.1 billion per year for the Sunday afternoon slate of games, meaning a revised deal could push CBS’s annual commitment past $3 billion."

The NFL Owning Thanksgiving Eve Isn’t Greedy, It’s Smart Business

"Roger Goodell isn’t apologizing for wanting more — more games, more viewers, more revenue, more reach. Because as long as fans keep showing up, turning on the television, clicking the stream, and arguing about every call online, the NFL has no reason to slow down."

Tony Dungy Confirms Exit From NBC Sports After 17 Years

"It’s disappointing news but I want to thank my NBC family for making the last 17 years so special."

Bob Costas Suggests MLB Work Toward Providing Fans With Local Calls on National Games

"When people say, especially in baseball, ‘I want to hear my own guys,’ as soon as they figure out how, they should be able to hear their own guys."

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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."