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ESPN Executive Peter McConville Departs After More Than Three Decades at the Network

"To my talented colleagues, thank you. The relationships and experiences will stay with me long after this chapter closes."

Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Paul Finebaum Reportedly Removed From Appearances On ESPN Programming

"ESPN vice president of public relations Bill Hofheimer was quick to deny the report"

Fubo Shareholders Approve Merger With The Walt Disney Company’s Hulu+ Live TV

"This approval brings us one step closer to realizing our vision of a streaming marketplace that provides consumers with greater choice and flexibility"

Katina Arnold Elevated To Senior Vice President, Disney Advertising Communications

"It’s a tremendous privilege to step into this role working alongside Disney Advertising Sales"

Disney Sues Dish Network, Sling TV For What It Calls Violation of Carriage Deals

“Sling TV’s new offerings, which they made available without our knowledge or consent, violate the terms of our existing license agreement.”

ESPN Direct-To-Consumer Launches With New Features Included in ESPN App

"This is a monumental day for all of us at ESPN, for The Walt Disney Company and, most importantly, for our fans"

WWE President Nick Khan Credits ESPN, Disney for Being Ahead of the Game

"I think Disney continues to stay ahead of the game. For those who do that, and who tend to look at the entire media landscape, not through rose colored lenses, the future should remain bright"

Disney, Comcast Reach Deal to Complete Acquisition of Hulu Stake

"We have had a productive partnership with NBCUniversal, and we wish them the best of luck."

Jimmy Pitaro: We Say to ‘Act Like an Offensive Lineman’ in Working at ESPN

"They get very little glory, but they work their tails off, all for the greater good."

Jimmy Pitaro: ESPN Direct-to-Consumer Launch is ‘Probably the Biggest Transition in Our History’

"This might be the biggest move since getting the full season of the NFL."

Disney, Fubo Merger Facing Formal Investigation from Department of Justice: Report

Disney and Fubo have reportedly started responding to information requests coming from investigators.

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Michael Kay Defends Pat McAfee From Critics Saying He’s “Thin Skinned”

"People might not like the way he does his job, which happens to be unbelievably successful. Who in our business has had the success that this guy's had?"

SummitMedia Names Matt ‘Brodie’ Lesley Brand Manager Over Entire Knoxville Cluster

In Knoxville, he'll oversee programming for Classic Rock 93.1, 100.3 The Wolf, Star 102.1, and Hot 104.5.

SiriusXM WWE Radio Listenership Up 20% From Launch Of Re-Branded Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7

"Listening to WWE Radio has grown nearly 20% since its July launch and rebrand. While monthly active sports listeners increased 4% year over year across our connected car and streaming platforms."

Ernie Johnson Explains The Timing Of His Inside the NBA Retirement Announcement

"I actually kind of got tired of people asking me if I was going to keep doing the show."