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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."

Diamond Sports Group Granted Extension Amid Reported MLB Streaming Talks with Amazon

The hearing has now been rescheduled for next Friday, Jan. 19, an extension granted as discussions with Amazon reportedly continue.

Sinclair, MLB Looking for Clarity in Diamond Sports Group Bankruptcy Case

"To suggest that MLB or the Clubs would be ‘content,’ let alone willing, to endure such uncertainty into the 2024 season is misleading at best, and they should not be forced to endure another season in limbo."

Diamond Sports Group Files Motion for 120-Day Extension in Ch. 11 Bankruptcy

"The Debtors believe they have more than earned this extension through their hard work, diligence, and accomplishments to date."

Sinclair Counsel: Diamond Sports Group Business ‘Is Going to Go Away’

"They’re bummed that this business that they put in a billion-and-a-half of equity value in is now going to be shut down."

Diamond Sports Group Expects to Continue Broadcasting Through 2024 MLB Season

"The Movants have asked for clarity on the 2024 MLB season. Now they have it."

NBA Wants Media Rights Back From Diamond Sports After 2024-25 Season

Sinclair is also reportedly exploring a purchase of Diamond Sports Group outright.

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

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

Bally Sports Arizona Asks Out of Arizona Coyotes Contract

“The Arizona Coyotes remain under contract with Bally Sports Arizona and remain hopeful that the network will continue to broadcast our games this season."

Diamond Sports Group Requests Extension in Ch. 11 Reorganization

"Navigating these choppy waters requires discussions with, and cooperation from, many parties...."

Diamond Sports Group Reportedly Trying to Reach Rights Fee Discount with NBA, NHL

Other sources concurred that Diamond will ultimately shutter, but not before making money from some of its more profitable contracts.

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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."