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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."

Diamond Sports Group Requests Extension in Ch. 11 Reorganization

"Navigating these choppy waters requires discussions with, and cooperation from, many parties...."

Disney, Charter Reach Carriage Agreement Ahead of Monday Night Football

This pact ends a blackout that lasted for more than a week and led to a contentious back-and-forth.

Charter: ‘We’re Moving On’ If Disney Does Not Accept Fair Offer

Charter portrayed Disney's offer as "ignoring the realities of today’s video business and [accelerating] its decline."

Verizon Reportedly Expresses Interest in ESPN Strategic Partnership

Verizon would reportedly be interested in working with ESPN on a streaming service.

Amber Wilson: ‘NBA Trying Not to Shorten Season to Retain Media Revenue’

"They’re just trying to find a way around it any way they can because less games means less money."

Big 12 Getting More Money from ESPN But Not FOX With Expansion

"They’re involved financially and very supportive, so it worked out for us."

Bob Iger: ‘ESPN Launching Direct-to-Consumer Product Not a Matter of If, But When’

"It’s interesting to note that ratings continue to increase on ESPN’s main linear channel even as cord cutting has accelerated."

NABJ Honors Rob Parker, Dave Roberts at Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

"How I got here is that plenty of people helped me along the way, and that’s what it’s all about."

ESPN ‘Strategic Partner’ Likely to Come From Tech Sector

"The minority investment will aim to broaden distribution as ESPN works on executing “Project Flagship,” a plan to unveil a direct-to-consumer (DTC) offering."

Jimmy Pitaro: ‘ESPN Direct-to-Consumer Platform Will Not Replace Linear TV Channel’

"We believe that there are parties out there that can help us on the content side."

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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."

25% of News Consumers Now ‘Fanatics’, Stagwell Data Shows

Additionally, 74% say they have a more positive impression of companies that advertise within news environments.