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NAB Show New York: AI, Creators and Live Sports Take Center Stage

“From new business models to next-gen tools, industry leaders shared how they’re using emerging technology to move their businesses forward.”

Clay Travis Calls On Broadcasters To Push Leagues In Placing Large Signature Events On Broadcast TV

"There have been a lot of people asleep at the wheel, allowing the average sports fan to be gouged by the average sports league. I think about this all the time because eventually they'll put everything behind a paywall if they can."

Former NHL Player, MSG Network Analyst Ron Duguay Dies At 69

"Ron’s signature skating style — with his hair flowing as he moved down the ice — captivated the (Madison Square) Garden faithful."

YouTube Sets New High Water Mark as Streaming Share Hits 49.6%, Nielsen Data Shows

However, overall television usage fell 4.4% as the FIFA World Cup ended and students returned to school.

ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro: Coverage of NFL Not Changing With League Owning 10% of ESPN

"We’ve been very clear with the NFL from day one that nothing is changing in terms of how we cover the league"

The Athletic Adds ‘The Sports Gossip Show’ to Podcast Network

"We’re beyond excited to continue growing our audience with the help of its first-rate team and impressive platform"

Pablo Torre Finds Out Signs Multi-Year Licensing Agreement With The Athletic

"According to Bloomberg, the deal is worth a reported seven figures and is one of two new licensing partnerships designed to add a more conversational, pop culture-infused layer to The Athletic’s sports coverage"

ESPN Reportedly Reaches Deal With NFL Media To Take Over Redzone, NFL Network, and More

"ESPN gains control of several NFL-owned media properties, including RedZone, NFL Network, the league’s fantasy football business, and seven additional regular-season games"

Shannon Sharpe No Longer With ESPN

"Sharpe has not been on ESPN since April"

NFL Reportedly Having Discussions About Buying 10% Stake In ESPN

"The reason we're talking equity here is that ESPN needs all the cash it can get to buy sports rights"

Six Sports Podcasts Make Time Magazine’s ‘Top 100 Best Podcasts of All Time’ List

"The selection process began by reviewing nearly twenty years of podcasting history."

‘The Rich Eisen Show’ Heads to ESPN Radio September 2

"Eisen will be taking over the timeslot currently occpupied by Joe & Q hosted by Joe Fortenbaugh and Qiant “Q” Myers."

ESPN Signs Anthony Slater To Multi-Year Deal As National NBA, Golden State Warriors Writer

"In his new role at ESPN, Slater will contribute across multiple platforms, including ESPN.com and the ESPN app"

FOX Sports 1 Cuts Ties With Joy Taylor, Cancels Speak, Breakfast Ball and The Facility

"According to a report in The Athletic, Taylor's exit coincides with the cancellation of three underperforming studio shows: Speak, Breakfast Ball, and The Facility."

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Clay Travis Calls On Broadcasters To Push Leagues In Placing Large Signature Events On Broadcast TV

"There have been a lot of people asleep at the wheel, allowing the average sports fan to be gouged by the average sports league. I think about this all the time because eventually they'll put everything behind a paywall if they can."

Former NHL Player, MSG Network Analyst Ron Duguay Dies At 69

"Ron’s signature skating style — with his hair flowing as he moved down the ice — captivated the (Madison Square) Garden faithful."

YouTube Sets New High Water Mark as Streaming Share Hits 49.6%, Nielsen Data Shows

However, overall television usage fell 4.4% as the FIFA World Cup ended and students returned to school.

Ken Carman Questions NBA Teams Charging More To Watch “Watered Down” Regular Season Games

"I love the [Cleveland] Cavs, and they're good people over there. This has to change as soon as possible. They got to do something. This is bad."