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Sports Talk Shouldn’t Fear Political Discussion, It Should Fear Political Predictability
"The question isn’t whether political conversation should appear, but whether shows and talent allow themselves to be defined by it."
Cole Wright Is Living a Dream Covering the Chicago Cubs With Marquee Sports Network
"It’s important that I know what’s going on and keeping the people informed yet entertained. I like to be on the same level as the fans, because that’s truly what I am. A fan."
NBC Sports USA Men’s Hockey Gold Medal Winning Broadcast Averages 20.7 Million Viewers
"The window between 10:45 and 11 a.m. ET averaged 26.0 million viewers as play-by-play voice Kenny Albert delivered the decisive call that secured the United States’ first Olympic men’s hockey gold medal since 1980."
Steak Shapiro: Mike Tirico on the “Pantheon” of Greatest Broadcasters Ever
"It's like the Beatles writing a perfect song. Off the cuff. No question. That is extemporaneous."
Scott Van Pelt: Mike Tirico Embraced the Olympic Moment Like Only He Could
"Mike was able to finish telling this remarkable story in a way I truly believe only he could, elevating this craft to its pinnacle."
Kenny Albert: Calling USA Men’s Hockey Gold Medal Game “Surreal”
"I've done the gold medal game now three straight Olympics, but the NHL players weren't there the last two. So definitely a different feeling."
YouTube Reportedly A Favorite To Gain A 4-Game NFL Package
"According to the Sports Business Journal, YouTube is engaged in talks with the NFL regarding four games that were carved out as part of the league’s equity arrangement with ESPN."
Atlanta Braves Announce ‘BravesVision’ Option For Local Broadcasts
"Generations of Braves fans were raised watching games on a network that shared ownership with the baseball team. With BravesVision, we believe that we can present Braves baseball in new and innovative ways."
ESPN Announces 25-Game Slate Of Savannah Bananas Baseball Broadcasts
"This expanded agreement reflects the incredible growth and fan demand surrounding Banana Ball."
What Sports Radio Got Right That ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Got Wrong in Showcasing Team USA Gold
"This isn’t about turning First Take into a hockey show. It’s about recognizing when the sports world hands you a moment bigger than your usual programming habits."