Tag: SportsCenter

"Hosting a premiere show on ESPN of course was a goal of mine. But did I think that First Take would come available, and I’d be first in line? I didn’t know anything. It just sort of worked out that way."

"She is prime time and then some, creating engaging television on every show and assignment. I can’t wait to see what’s next for this exceptional sports personality who has truly arrived."

"We’re always looking to give something to the audience where they feel more a part of it. There’s been small changes here and there that I think have been awesome for the audience and the tier one fans that have been with us since day one. It’s about creating a higher sense of community with Bussin' With The Boys."

"I’m thrilled and honored to join ESPN, and to be a part of a program as iconic as SportsCenter."

"Over the course of his career, Barrie has earned 11 Emmy Awards along with three Edward R. Murrow Awards, underscoring both his versatility and credibility in the sports media space."

"In his announcement, Baker framed the transition as the natural next step in a nine-year journey that began with a simple concept: delivering a SportsCenter-style experience directly to readers’ inboxes."

"Everyone knows you’ve been irrelevant since you left sports and decided to share your uninvited warped world views with the rest of us. You sound bitter and miserable. I hope you get the help you need."

"Mike was able to finish telling this remarkable story in a way I truly believe only he could, elevating this craft to its pinnacle."

"To be honest, I watched SportsCenter every single day, every night before I went to bed."

"I’m feeling a heck of a lot more excited about the future because of my re-entry into ESPN."