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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

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."

Chris Mueller: ESPN’s Hockey Coverage Takes a Hit Without Barry Melrose

Mueller felt like the departure of Melrose is already being felt, as evidenced this week by a list published on the NHL page outlining the top 100 NHL players for the 2023-24 season.

Mike Stone: ‘Kind of Sucks’ That Red Wings Opener is ESPN+ Exclusive

"The opener and you have to do that type of stuff."

NHL Debut of Connor Bedard Leads to Record Viewership on ESPN

The tripleheader in its entirety averaged 909,000 total viewers and peaked at 1.65 million.

Tyler Bischoff: ESPN’s NHL Tripleheader a ‘Nightmare’ for Vegas Fans

"What a nightmare – we’re complaining about not getting enough sleep."

Barry Melrose Stepping Away from ESPN After Parkinson’s Diagnosis

"A razor sharp wit, he was always early and looked like a million bucks."

ESPN ‘Nearly Sold Out’ of NHL Inventory

As the puck drops on the 2023-2024 NHL season Tuesday, ESPN has reason for celebration. ESPN has secured 26 presenting sponsors for the NHL season,...

ESPN Launching NHL Whiparound Program ‘Frozen Frenzy’

"We worked all summer long to figure this out with our programming team and with the league."

Courtney Cox: Sean McDonough ‘Only Endearing Part’ of NHL on ESPN

"P.K. (Subban)'s great, but the other two (Mark Messier and Chris Chelios)? They're like, my mom used to say, boobs on a bull. Useless."

NHL Ratings on ESPN, TNT Down in 2nd Year

So far this season, games on ESPN and TNT are averaging 373,000 viewers, which is down from 478,000 last season.

ESPN Adds P.K. Subban To NHL Coverage

"I look forward to bringing my unique insights from having recently been on the ice and now my off-ice perspective.”

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

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."

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."