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Karl Ravech: “Surreal” To Be Reading About Being Laid Off By ESPN

"I certainly have literally no ill will to a company that's provided me with a life that has that has exceeded any expectation I had coming out of Needham High School or Ithaca College."

Cumulus Media Reports 9.7% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"With our plan of reorganization confirmed by the court and the FCC approval process well underway, we are positioned to emerge from Chapter 11 with a stronger balance sheet to capitalize on future market opportunities."

NFL Reportedly Extending Team-Access Restrictions To ESPN’s Troy Aikman

"It is up to the coaches and clubs what they share with him. If they share information they shouldn’t, then that’s on them. The same parameters that pertained to Tom last season will continue this year and also will apply to Troy [Aikman]."

Bart Scott on Not Being Renewed by ESPN: “It’s My Job To Make Them Regret It”

"I was going in to my radio show, and they called and were like wish we can do it in person. I'm like, no you don't, motherfu**er."

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.

Can a Direct-to-Consumer ESPN and ESPN+ Co-Exist?

Will streaming consumers be forced to choose one or the other? Will streaming consumers want to choose one over the other?

Miami Grand Prix on ABC Was F1’s Largest Live U.S. TV Audience in History

This year's race saw a 48 percent increase in viewers compared to last year, when it drew in 2.1 million viewers.

ESPN Title to Be Added to Disney+ By End of Year as Disney Approaches Streaming Profitability

During Disney’s quarterly earnings call on Tuesday, Iger stated that ESPN+ would continue to exist as its own service even after the launch of the network’s direct-to-consumer platform.

The NBA Can’t Let Inside the NBA Just Disappear

"All good things must come to an end, but great things should get special consideration."

Jerry Lawler No Longer Under a Broadcasting Contract with WWE

“The old company is dead. People can say they hate Vince [McMahon] and Kevin [Dunn] all they want, and they’d be right to do so, but certain people would have been taken care of.  Lawler would have been one, but this isn’t the old WWE."

NBC, Peacock Records Most-Watched Kentucky Derby Since 1989; Extends Media Rights Agreement with Churchill Downs

"Telling the rich stories surrounding the Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in May is part of the fabric of NBC Sports, and we are thrilled to continue that tradition with Churchill Downs."

Conflicting Reports Surface About Patrick Beverley, Ability to Appear on ESPN Studio Shows

Beverley was subject to criticism around the sports media industry for his actions after the Bucks' season-ending loss to the Pacers on Thursday night.

Tom Ackerman to Once Again Back Up Chip Caray Calling St. Louis Cardinals Games

If the Cardinals are the superior team in the series, I may have some fun things to call...and make it as exciting as possible."

Report: Michael Irvin Out at NFL Network; ‘NFL Total Access’ to End

"An NFL spokesperson said the league-wide cuts were made to 'ensure the continued strength of our game and the business.'"

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Cumulus Media Reports 9.7% Revenue Decline During 2026’s 2nd Quarter

"With our plan of reorganization confirmed by the court and the FCC approval process well underway, we are positioned to emerge from Chapter 11 with a stronger balance sheet to capitalize on future market opportunities."

NFL Reportedly Extending Team-Access Restrictions To ESPN’s Troy Aikman

"It is up to the coaches and clubs what they share with him. If they share information they shouldn’t, then that’s on them. The same parameters that pertained to Tom last season will continue this year and also will apply to Troy [Aikman]."

Bart Scott on Not Being Renewed by ESPN: “It’s My Job To Make Them Regret It”

"I was going in to my radio show, and they called and were like wish we can do it in person. I'm like, no you don't, motherfu**er."

ESPN’s Troy Aikman: Every Broadcaster Has A Conflict On Interest

"I have friendships every week that I call a game. Whether it's a head coach, an offensive coordinator, or a player. So, I would argue that every broadcaster has a conflict when they're calling a game."