Tag: Rob Manfred

Browse our Latest articles!

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."

MLB Promotes Uzma Rawn Dowler to Chief Marketing Officer

Major League Baseball announced Uzma Rawn Dowler has been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer. Her new role will start in January, and she will...

Rob Manfred: Diamond Sports Group Has ‘No Plan at This Point’

"They don’t have a deal with the NBA, they don’t have a deal with the NHL, and they don’t have a deal with us."

Report: MLB Commissioner, Some Owners Discussing Potential of Nationalizing TV Rights

"As the local media situation evolves, we will continue to evaluate the best model for us moving forward."

Is Major League Baseball Rooting for Diamond Sports Group to Succeed or Fail?

In a perfect world, MLB would bring almost all of its teams’ broadcasts in house and create a monster streaming package that covers everything.

Colorado Rockies TV Situation a Glimpse of What is to Come for MLB Fans

"With those regional networks in free-fall, the league may have to move quickly and hope to find its footing along the way."

Rob Manfred: MLB Picking Up More Local TV Deals ‘Not An Appealing Prospect’

"It’s one thing to pick up one or two. Picking up 12 with no notice is a herculean feat."

Rob Manfred: MLB Can Handle Broadcasts for Up to 16 Teams Next Year

Manfred noted that the league currently plans to produce broadcasts for both the Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks in 2024, like it did for roughly half of the 2023 MLB season.

MLB Says ‘Time is Up’ for Diamond Bankruptcy in New Court Motion

"There is simply no justification for a further extension of exclusivity."

Rob Manfred: Bally Sports Has Itself To Blame For Business Struggles

The MLB Commissioner hasn’t been shy about sharing his displeasure with the regional sports networks.

Derrick Hall: ‘Diamondbacks Evaluating Media Future Amid Bally Sports Fallout’

“The most important part here was to make sure that there was no interruption in television [and] our fans could always get the games,”

Popular

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."