#sports-media
#sports-media

English Premier League

It's hard to know which players could become presenters, but I see two current footballers who could be good pundits' Gary Lineker tips duo for TV careers after retirement

UK news

I interviewed Gary Lineker last month he didn't want his TV career to end like this, the World Cup was supposed to be his grand finale

2 hours ago

Soccer (FIFA)

Amazon Prime Day deal: This book on Gary Lineker's remarkable career is a must-have

English Premier League

I've had talks with Sky at various points, but I just loved being with the BBC. Also, I'm quite loyal. I've had the same guy cut my hair for the last 40 years' Gary Lineker talks exclusively to FourFourTwo about his presenting career

English Premier League

It's hard to know which players could become presenters, but I see two current footballers who could be good pundits' Gary Lineker tips duo for TV careers after retirement

UK news

I interviewed Gary Lineker last month he didn't want his TV career to end like this, the World Cup was supposed to be his grand finale

2 hours ago

Soccer (FIFA)

Amazon Prime Day deal: This book on Gary Lineker's remarkable career is a must-have

more#gary-lineker

#espn

Business intelligence

fromBusiness Insider

Stephen A. Smith's reported $100 million payday is a lesson in knowing your worth

Stephen A. Smith's contract negotiation exemplifies how industry research and confidence can lead to substantial compensation.

fromESPN.com

Joe Buck returns to MLB booth for Opening Day

Joe Buck returns to Major League Baseball broadcasting with ESPN for Opening Day after a hiatus since 2021.

The collapse of baseball on ESPN is not a good sign

ESPN and MLB announced the end of their TV agreement after the 2025 season, signaling a potential absence of national broadcasts for baseball.

Charles Barkley rips 'idiots' at ESPN, future home of 'Inside the NBA,' for saying 'Lakers saved the NBA'

Barkley criticizes ESPN's coverage bias favoring Lakers and Warriors over teams with better records.

fromAol

ESPN, 'SportsCenter' and Understanding the Power of Sports Fandom

ESPN's 'SportsCenter' is evolving into a personalized experience to better engage with its audience.

The shift towards digital and social media enhances accessibility for younger fans.

Boston Red Sox

fromMLB Trade Rumors

NBC Makes Offer For MLB Broadcasts Carried By ESPN

ESPN may end its MLB broadcasts after this season due to opting out of the contract for 2026-28.

NBCUniversal has offered a much lower bid for MLB game broadcasting rights than ESPN's current contract.

Business intelligence

fromBusiness Insider

Stephen A. Smith's reported $100 million payday is a lesson in knowing your worth

Stephen A. Smith's contract negotiation exemplifies how industry research and confidence can lead to substantial compensation.

fromESPN.com

Joe Buck returns to MLB booth for Opening Day

Joe Buck returns to Major League Baseball broadcasting with ESPN for Opening Day after a hiatus since 2021.

The collapse of baseball on ESPN is not a good sign

ESPN and MLB announced the end of their TV agreement after the 2025 season, signaling a potential absence of national broadcasts for baseball.

Charles Barkley rips 'idiots' at ESPN, future home of 'Inside the NBA,' for saying 'Lakers saved the NBA'

Barkley criticizes ESPN's coverage bias favoring Lakers and Warriors over teams with better records.

fromAol

ESPN, 'SportsCenter' and Understanding the Power of Sports Fandom

ESPN's 'SportsCenter' is evolving into a personalized experience to better engage with its audience.

The shift towards digital and social media enhances accessibility for younger fans.

Boston Red Sox

fromMLB Trade Rumors

NBC Makes Offer For MLB Broadcasts Carried By ESPN

ESPN may end its MLB broadcasts after this season due to opting out of the contract for 2026-28.

NBCUniversal has offered a much lower bid for MLB game broadcasting rights than ESPN's current contract.

Boston Red Sox

Good God, even Bill Simmons has an opinion on the Red Sox' handling of Roman Anthony

Boston Red Sox

Will Flemming excited to answer the call in Red Sox' radio booth

Boston Red Sox

NESN once again embarrassed itself on Sunday

3 days ago

Boston Red Sox

NESN's homage to the 1975 World Series, which included a look at the epic Game 6, was a home run

Boston Red Sox

Alanna Rizzo couldn't be happier with her better-balanced life and opportunity with NESN

Boston Red Sox

Good God, even Bill Simmons has an opinion on the Red Sox' handling of Roman Anthony

Boston Red Sox

Will Flemming excited to answer the call in Red Sox' radio booth

Boston Red Sox

NESN once again embarrassed itself on Sunday

3 days ago

Boston Red Sox

NESN's homage to the 1975 World Series, which included a look at the epic Game 6, was a home run

Boston Red Sox

Alanna Rizzo couldn't be happier with her better-balanced life and opportunity with NESN

London politics

How did watching cycling become so expensive, and what does it say about the business of pro cycling?

fromcyclingnews.com

Beer

Classic Brugge-De Panne Women past winners

fromCyclingnews

Bicycling

Giro d'Italia Women - Past winners

fromCyclingnews

London politics

How did watching cycling become so expensive, and what does it say about the business of pro cycling?

fromcyclingnews.com

Beer

Classic Brugge-De Panne Women past winners

fromCyclingnews

Bicycling

Giro d'Italia Women - Past winners

New York Islanders

Islanders' decision to replace radio broadcasters Chris King and Greg Picker with a TV simulcast was not the right move

fromStanley Cup of Chowder

Toronto Maple Leafs

Anthony Petrielli joins Sportsnet's Leafs Talk to break down the Maple Leafs' big OT win over Tampa

National Hockey League

NHL Draft Lottery PREVIEW/LIVETHREAD

Toronto

2025 NHL Free Agent Frenzy - Open Thread

fromNewsday

New York Islanders

Islanders' decision to replace radio broadcasters Chris King and Greg Picker with a TV simulcast was not the right move

fromStanley Cup of Chowder

Toronto Maple Leafs

Anthony Petrielli joins Sportsnet's Leafs Talk to break down the Maple Leafs' big OT win over Tampa

National Hockey League

NHL Draft Lottery PREVIEW/LIVETHREAD

Toronto

2025 NHL Free Agent Frenzy - Open Thread

How These Founders Turned a YouTube Side Hustle Into a $75 Million Empire | Entrepreneur

Collin Castellaw transformed from an art teacher to co-leading a $75 million sports network, focusing on innovative content for athletes.

Manchester City

The Club World Cup that wasn't: how fake highlights took over the internet

Startup companies

How These Founders Turned a YouTube Side Hustle Into a $75 Million Empire | Entrepreneur

Collin Castellaw transformed from an art teacher to co-leading a $75 million sports network, focusing on innovative content for athletes.

Manchester City

The Club World Cup that wasn't: how fake highlights took over the internet

more#youtube

#premier-league

English Premier League

Premier League urges clubs to allow dressing-room filming and in-game interviews

The Premier League seeks to enhance broadcaster access, including filming in dressing rooms, to support new TV rights deal negotiations.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK news

Substituted players to be interviewed during Premier League games

English Premier League

Premier League urges clubs to allow dressing-room filming and in-game interviews

The Premier League seeks to enhance broadcaster access, including filming in dressing rooms, to support new TV rights deal negotiations.

fromwww.bbc.com

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

UK news

Substituted players to be interviewed during Premier League games

more#premier-league

Behind the Scenes of the Best of Cover Photo Shoot

Ultimately, Ovi became available on short notice-as is the nature of a professional athlete's schedule. (Luckily, it wouldn't be his first time holding a goat.)

Washington Capitals

Bill Belichick, UNC reportedly to be featured on 'Hard Knocks: Offseason'

Bill Belichick and UNC will feature in Hard Knocks: Offseason in 2025 as NFL teams decline to participate.

NFL Films struggled to secure an NFL team for Hard Knocks: Offseason due to previous controversies.

Major League Baseball

Analysis: How the NFL draft impacts the schedule, turning teams into must-see TV

New England Patriots

Longtime Patriots center David Andrews retires after 10 seasons

2 weeks ago

Miami Dolphins

Kelly: Damaging lies continue to be spread about the these Dolphins | Opinion

New England Patriots

Former Patriots center David Andrews is joining The Sports Hub as a contributor

Miscellaneous

Jake Tapper Absolutely Eviscerates Stephen A. Smith and Other Sports Media Figures Over Hate' of Philadelphia Eagles: Embarrassingly Wrong'

New England Patriots

Bill Belichick, UNC reportedly to be featured on 'Hard Knocks: Offseason'

Bill Belichick and UNC will feature in Hard Knocks: Offseason in 2025 as NFL teams decline to participate.

NFL Films struggled to secure an NFL team for Hard Knocks: Offseason due to previous controversies.

Major League Baseball

Analysis: How the NFL draft impacts the schedule, turning teams into must-see TV

New England Patriots

Longtime Patriots center David Andrews retires after 10 seasons

2 weeks ago

Miami Dolphins

Kelly: Damaging lies continue to be spread about the these Dolphins | Opinion

New England Patriots

Former Patriots center David Andrews is joining The Sports Hub as a contributor

Miscellaneous

Jake Tapper Absolutely Eviscerates Stephen A. Smith and Other Sports Media Figures Over Hate' of Philadelphia Eagles: Embarrassingly Wrong'

The 'eureka' moment that birthed the Yankees' torpedo bat shake-up

Aaron Leanhardt, the field coordinator for the Miami Marlins, gained national attention and a new nickname over a weekend.

Chicago White Sox

White Sox broadcaster apologizes for appearing to bash beloved MLB pitching account

The Chicago White Sox starting rotation has surprisingly excelled this season, with only two earned runs allowed in 28.2 innings.

Major League Baseball

NBC makes offer to take over ESPN's MLB television slate

Chicago White Sox

Paul Sullivan: John Schriffen, the embroiled TV voice of the Chicago White Sox, vows to have a 'different tone' in 2025

fromSouthside Showdown

Chicago White Sox

National TV deems Chicago White Sox unwatchable

New York Yankees

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: YES, Dellin

Miami Marlins

The 'eureka' moment that birthed the Yankees' torpedo bat shake-up

Aaron Leanhardt, the field coordinator for the Miami Marlins, gained national attention and a new nickname over a weekend.

Chicago White Sox

White Sox broadcaster apologizes for appearing to bash beloved MLB pitching account

The Chicago White Sox starting rotation has surprisingly excelled this season, with only two earned runs allowed in 28.2 innings.

Major League Baseball

NBC makes offer to take over ESPN's MLB television slate

Chicago White Sox

Paul Sullivan: John Schriffen, the embroiled TV voice of the Chicago White Sox, vows to have a 'different tone' in 2025

fromSouthside Showdown

Chicago White Sox

National TV deems Chicago White Sox unwatchable

New York Yankees

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: YES, Dellin

Artificial intelligence

Here's the $2,000 fully AI-generated ad that aired during the NBA Finals

fromPodcaster News

4 weeks ago

Podcast

Sport Social Partners With Audacia Audio To Boost Podcast Advertising Across APAC - Podcaster News

Artificial intelligence

fromThe Verge

Here's the $2,000 fully AI-generated ad that aired during the NBA Finals

AI-generated video ads can be created quickly and cheaply using Google's Veo 3 technology.

fromPodcaster News

4 weeks ago

Podcast

Sport Social Partners With Audacia Audio To Boost Podcast Advertising Across APAC - Podcaster News

Podcast

Michelle Beadle Axed From Sirius XM After Stephen A. Smith Debacle

Boston Red Sox

SiriusXM's Michelle Beadle Erupts on Stephen A. Smith

Podcast

Michelle Beadle Axed From Sirius XM After Stephen A. Smith Debacle

Boston Red Sox

SiriusXM's Michelle Beadle Erupts on Stephen A. Smith

National Basketball Association

Q&A: Stephanie White on handling Caitlin Clark mania, broadcasting and the Fever

France news

Golden era of French coaching is over, so who will replace Deschamps?

Toronto Maple Leafs

Paul Maurice Is The Jack Adams Of Not Being A Jackass | Defector

National Basketball Association

Q&A: Stephanie White on handling Caitlin Clark mania, broadcasting and the Fever

France news

Golden era of French coaching is over, so who will replace Deschamps?

Toronto Maple Leafs

Paul Maurice Is The Jack Adams Of Not Being A Jackass | Defector

more#coaching

Liverpool FC

Extremely loud and incredibly scouse: how Jamie Carragher conquered football punditry

Jamie Carragher provided extensive insights on Trent Alexander-Arnold's impending departure from Liverpool, reflecting on his own football legacy.

New York Mets

fromwww.amny.com

Juan Soto's start with Mets nothing new for prominent Queens stars | amNewYork

Juan Soto's performance with the Mets is under scrutiny, amidst media frenzy and expectations for him to elevate the team's competitiveness.

Growth hacking

Inside the Fight League That's Turning Creators Into Broadcasters | Entrepreneur

GLORY CEO Marshall Zelaznik believes creators are essential for his company's growth strategy, likening them to new TV networks for fan engagement.

English Premier League

Wrexham's success shows that content is now truly king in football

Welcome to Wrexham shows how celebrity ownership can transform a football club while being presented as an underdog story.

#women-in-sports

fromFast Company

National Basketball Association

How the 2024 WNBA draft changed women's sports forever

The 2024 WNBA Draft represents a transformative moment for women's sports, marked by unprecedented visibility and endorsement opportunities.

fromAdweek

National Basketball Association

Women in technology

The espnW Summit NYC Lets Eli Lilly and Rhone Join the Game

Brands like Eli Lilly are keen to sponsor the espnW Summit NYC, indicating the growing influence of women's sports.

fromFast Company

How the 2024 WNBA draft changed women's sports forever

The 2024 WNBA Draft represents a transformative moment for women's sports, marked by unprecedented visibility and endorsement opportunities.

fromAdweek

fromHot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog

Women in technology

The espnW Summit NYC Lets Eli Lilly and Rhone Join the Game

NBC Sports ends holdout with Bay Area cord-cutters with streaming add-on

Giants fans can now stream games through Peacock, improving access and convenience.

This shift responds to modern viewing habits and aims to reduce blackout restrictions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miami Heat

Udonis Haslem to join Amazon as analyst

Media industry

Star sportscaster Rich Eisen returning to ESPN two decades after departure

San Francisco Giants

fromSFGATE

fromHot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog

NBC Sports ends holdout with Bay Area cord-cutters with streaming add-on

Giants fans can now stream games through Peacock, improving access and convenience.

This shift responds to modern viewing habits and aims to reduce blackout restrictions.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miami Heat

Udonis Haslem to join Amazon as analyst

Media industry

Star sportscaster Rich Eisen returning to ESPN two decades after departure

Paul Pierce promised to walk 15 miles to work 'barefoot' if the Celtics lost Game 2

Paul Pierce's overconfidence in the Celtics resulted in a humorous bet after their Game 2 loss against New York.

fromPosting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Addressing the one-sided media coverage of the Knicks-Celtics series

Boston Celtics

fromsportslens.com

Paul Pierce promised to walk 15 miles to work 'barefoot' if the Celtics lost Game 2

Paul Pierce's overconfidence in the Celtics resulted in a humorous bet after their Game 2 loss against New York.

fromPosting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Addressing the one-sided media coverage of the Knicks-Celtics series

How This Entrepreneur Generated $25 Million Earned Media Through Athlete-Led Content | Entrepreneur

Athletes should have platforms to express themselves and challenge narrative-driven media, leading to more authentic sports storytelling.

Boston Red Sox

I finally get to hang my Pedro Martinez jacket

Podcast

How This Entrepreneur Generated $25 Million Earned Media Through Athlete-Led Content | Entrepreneur

Athletes should have platforms to express themselves and challenge narrative-driven media, leading to more authentic sports storytelling.

Boston Red Sox

I finally get to hang my Pedro Martinez jacket

Execs talk creators, sports, retail media and M&A at Possible

The M&A market is cooling off significantly, despite ongoing deals particularly in the sports sector.

#nba

Stephen A. Smith says LeBron James confronted him as 'a daddy' - not star player - over Bronny comments

LeBron James confronted Stephen A. Smith about comments regarding his son, Bronny, emphasizing the pressures placed on him as a young player.

National Hockey League

fromNewsday

Mike Breen upset that RSNs won't air NBA playoffs in new TV deal

Local outlets like MSG will lose rights to carry Knicks playoff games after this series, ending a 50-year history of local postseason broadcasts.

Miami Heat

Wade, Haslem reunite, this time as partners on Amazon Prime

Washington Wizards

Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Suns owner Mat Ishbia - with a caveat

Stephen A. Smith says LeBron James confronted him as 'a daddy' - not star player - over Bronny comments

LeBron James confronted Stephen A. Smith about comments regarding his son, Bronny, emphasizing the pressures placed on him as a young player.

National Hockey League

fromNewsday

Mike Breen upset that RSNs won't air NBA playoffs in new TV deal

Local outlets like MSG will lose rights to carry Knicks playoff games after this series, ending a 50-year history of local postseason broadcasts.

Miami Heat

Wade, Haslem reunite, this time as partners on Amazon Prime

Washington Wizards

Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Suns owner Mat Ishbia - with a caveat

Report: Potential Bill Belichick 'Hard Knocks' deal falls apart over creative control issues

Belichick's UNC program was close to appearing on 'Hard Knocks,' but creative control issues led to the deal falling through.

Boston Red Sox

They Said No!' First Take Producers Tell Molly Qerim to Shut Down Mad Dog' Russo's Rant About Bill Belichick's Girlfriend

New England Patriots

Report: Potential Bill Belichick 'Hard Knocks' deal falls apart over creative control issues

Belichick's UNC program was close to appearing on 'Hard Knocks,' but creative control issues led to the deal falling through.

Boston Red Sox

They Said No!' First Take Producers Tell Molly Qerim to Shut Down Mad Dog' Russo's Rant About Bill Belichick's Girlfriend

more#bill-belichick

fromDecider

Shaquille O'Neal scurries to the bathroom in the middle of an 'Inside the NBA' segment: "Hey, take some matches with you"

You alright, big fella? After 40, you can't hold it no more.

National Basketball Association

Fox Sports Host Who Was Accused of Workplace Affair in Bombshell Lawsuit Reportedly Sidelined' by Network

Joy Taylor of Fox Sports 1 has been sidelined due to an undisclosed issue amid ongoing legal troubles involving a lawsuit against her.

Washington Redskins

Shannon Sharpe denies rape allegations after being sued for $50 million

Fox Sports Host Who Was Accused of Workplace Affair in Bombshell Lawsuit Reportedly Sidelined' by Network

Joy Taylor of Fox Sports 1 has been sidelined due to an undisclosed issue amid ongoing legal troubles involving a lawsuit against her.

Washington Redskins

Shannon Sharpe denies rape allegations after being sued for $50 million

more#lawsuit

It's better not to talk': Max Verstappen claims criticism is impossible in F1

The problem is I cannot share my opinion about it because I might get penalised so it's better not to talk about it.

MMA

Jimmy Johnson Retires From Retirement | Defector

Jimmy Johnson retires from Fox NFL Sunday after 31 years, preferring leisure activities and family time over the demands of broadcasting.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

Super Bowl LIX media preview: Tom Brady, record audience, Terry Bradshaw's future and more

Tom Brady's Super Bowl debut as a broadcaster is a crucial moment in his media career, set to be evaluated by a massive audience.

fromSFGATE

San Francisco Giants

SF Giants president dishes on KNBR talks, MLB blackout policy

fromBullets Forever

Washington Wizards

There are no Mystics games on ESPN this season

Retirement

Jimmy Johnson Retires From Retirement | Defector

Jimmy Johnson retires from Fox NFL Sunday after 31 years, preferring leisure activities and family time over the demands of broadcasting.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

Super Bowl LIX media preview: Tom Brady, record audience, Terry Bradshaw's future and more

Tom Brady's Super Bowl debut as a broadcaster is a crucial moment in his media career, set to be evaluated by a massive audience.

fromSFGATE

San Francisco Giants

SF Giants president dishes on KNBR talks, MLB blackout policy

fromBullets Forever

Washington Wizards

There are no Mystics games on ESPN this season

LeBron James Cracks Down on the Press

Stephen A. Smith's comments about Bronny James led to a tense encounter with LeBron James during a Lakers game.

US politics

Stephen A. Smith insists 'I have no choice' but to consider presidential run as pastor encourages him

fromwww.npr.org

US politics

Are men in your life getting more political? This guy may be why.

fromThe Atlantic

LeBron James Cracks Down on the Press

Stephen A. Smith's comments about Bronny James led to a tense encounter with LeBron James during a Lakers game.

US politics

Stephen A. Smith insists 'I have no choice' but to consider presidential run as pastor encourages him

fromwww.npr.org

US politics

Are men in your life getting more political? This guy may be why.

Acast scores The Athletic for sales rep partnership

Acast partners with The Athletic to enhance podcast advertising capabilities and expand audience reach.

Local Man Has Far More Opinions On Fast Casual Dining Chains Than You'd Think Possible | Defector

I'd be underselling it by saying that this guy has opinions on fast casual dining. It's as if he saw Newt Gingrich's old tweet about a McDonald's snack wrap and chose to turn it into an ethos.

Silicon Valley food

US news

fromwww.npr.org

Ex-F1 team owner and media personality Eddie Jordan has died at 76

Eddie Jordan, the charismatic ex-Formula 1 team owner, passed away at 76, leaving behind a legacy filled with energy, charm, and significant contributions to racing.

LA Clippers

Women's basketball is hot as ever but will March Madness still soar without Caitlin Clark?

Women's NCAA basketball is gaining popularity, but matching last year's title game viewership will be a significant challenge.

He's college basketball's ultimate insider with catchphrases. But is Jon Rothstein in on the bit?

In college basketball, where time is crucial, Jon Rothstein's commitment to reporting news swiftly places him alongside the sport's frontline, showing genuine dedication to his role.

New York Knicks

Boston Bruins

Keegan Bradley surprised kick their ass' comment was broadcast on Netflix

Keegan Bradley's candid remarks about the Ryder Cup surprised him and his team, revealing the unexpected nature of being filmed during private moments.

fromAdweek

Why Alexis Ohanian and Alex Morgan Are Backing ScorePlay

ScorePlay is revolutionizing sports media distribution by using AI to streamline content tagging and organization, attracting significant star power and investment.

Nasser Hussain's cricketing truth-bomb fights back against march of AI robots | Barney Ronay

The future of robots involves managing human attention rather than enhancing human freedom.

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