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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Barrett Sports Media’s Top 20 Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows of 2022

"A total of 36 shows were eligible for voting consideration in the Major Market Sports Radio Afternoon Shows category."

Michael Kay Wonders How ESPN Makes Money On Bowl Games

"ESPN -- I don't know if you realize this -- they're pretty smart at what they do, so they must be making money at these bowls."

Michael Kay Threatens Job of DiPietro & Rothenberg Producer

"I am really, really sitting on the fence right now about getting you canned, opening your mouth when you shouldn’t have.”

The Michael Kay Show, DiPietro & Rothenberg Trade Barbs Over Athleticism

"Peter Rosenberg is a fraud fan. He's a fraud! That's what the man is."

Michael Kay Contemplating Ending His Radio Show

Kay has privately shared with ESPN executives that at the conclusion of his current contract -- which expires in September -- he expects to walk away.

ESPN New York 98.7 Begins Building For 2023 With Lineup Changes, Renewed Focus

"We’re going to give it all we have – 100% like we always do – but this is a great opportunity for us as a station and [for] these shows.”

Don La Greca: Jon Heyman Getting Aaron Judge Report Wrong A ‘Borderline Fireable Offense’

"You can't have a bunch of people relying on your information -- as a respected journalist -- to throw out that information and then walk it back a couple of minutes later."

The Michael Kay Show Ponders Why Broadcasters Don’t Share Their Salaries Like Players

"Because if we were baseball players, we'd all know what we make and we could all go to management and negotiate based off that information. I can't do that."

The Michael Kay Show Celebrates 20 Years of New York Sports Radio Excellence

"When we started, I thought it was going to be a short-term gig. 20 years – it’s really hard to fathom; it really is.”

Michael Kay to Don La Greca: ‘You’re Very Big In This Business’ After Barrett Sports Media Story

"There was a whole article about it. I thought that was nice."

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."