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Nov 15, 2023; Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington (right) is interviewed by Bally Sports broadcasters Patrick O'Neal (left) and Mark Gubicza (center) at introductory press conference at Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

Angels' new deal with Diamond Sports offers fans first streaming option

'Roundball Rock' return to NBC surprisingly isn't a slam dunk

NFL on Fox television camera during a game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Chicago Bears.

NFL Coverage Map, Week 11: What game is on in your area on Sunday?

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Cable TV mogul Ted Turner, left, came to Nashville Nov. 4, 1982, to address members of the Tennessee Cable Television Association meeting at Opryland Hotel. He is join by Viacom Cablevision vice president and general manager Kurt Jorgensen.

Ted Turner is alive and well enough to watch the Max documentary about his life before everyone else

Dec 15, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Jake Paul gives a press conference after knocking out Andre August in the first round at the Caribe Royale Orlando.

Why the Netflix Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight matters

Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after a strike out against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the sixth inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.

The Juan Soto sweepstakes are a stress test for the economics of MLB

Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus reacts against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Matt Eberflus's faulty cellphone on Chicago radio interview invites all the Bears jokes

Baseball reporters are quiet-quitting Twitter/x and headed to Bluesky. Fans are following them en masse.

Baseball reporters are quiet-quitting X: Where are they headed and why?

Oct 23, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Stephen A. Smith (Stephen Smith) on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Would Stephen A. Smith really make a presidential run?

Sep 1, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Miami Marlins in-game reporter Craig Minervini holds a microphone with a Bally sports mic flag before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.

MLB News: Marlins, Diamond Sports Group strike new deal: report

The deal, as expected, would keep the Marlins on their traditional RSN home while a separate streaming deal with Amazon is reportedly still being discussed.

Aug 9, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers play-by-play broadcast announcer Joe Davis speaks during a ceremony to introduce Dusty Baker as he inducted into the Dodgers Hall of Legends prior to the game against the the Pittsburgh Pirates at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Can a league trademark a broadcaster's call? MLB is about to find out

MLB filed a trademark application for "Gibby meet Freddie," Joe Davis' home run call from Game 1 of the World Series. It's a first for Davis, and a unique case for an attorney with experience in the trademark space.

Apr 17, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Cardinals hall of famer Red Schoendienst (left) shakes hands with president Bill Dewitt III before a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Busch Stadium. Schoendienst is honored for 70 years in baseball.

MLB owner calls RSN demise a 'slow-moving trainwreck'

The big crash in the MLB television-rights landscape could be four years away.

Oct 9, 1988: St. Louis, MO, USA; FILE PHOTO; Former Oakland Raider head coach John Madden (left) and commentator Pat Summerall (right) at Texas Stadium during the regular season gem between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Redskins.

Pat Summerall's daughter gets key appointment from Donald Trump

She will become the first woman ever to hold her position in the history of the White House.

Netflix dominates the streaming wars to cap off a massive October

The original streaming service juggernaut continues to pump up the top content.

Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit walks his dog Ben before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Kirk Herbstreit writes emotional post about the passing of Ben, his beloved Golden Retriever

The football analyst for ESPN and Amazon Prime Video revealed on social media Thursday that his much-beloved dog passed away after a battle with cancer.

Jul 29, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Bally Sports broadcaster Chip Caray talks with broadcaster Joe Buck during the third inning of a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers at Busch Stadium.

MLB news: Cardinals announce streaming deal as Diamond Sports ruling awaits

Buffalo Bills mascot Billy Buffalo interacts with WHAM TV camera person Jenna Cottrell during an NFL International Series game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

NFL Coverage Map, Week 10: What game is on in your area on Sunday?

Feb 1, 2016; San Francisco, CA, USA; Radio personality Colin Cowherd broadcasts on radio row at the Moscone Center in advance of Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos.

Has Fox Sports gone woke? Is ESPN too conservative?

Oregon guard Deja Kelly is introduced as the Oregon Ducks host the Warner Pacific Knights in an exhibition game Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon's Deja Kelly pulled the most impressive double duty as player and reporter

Apr 10, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; MLB Network broadcaster Bob Costas answers questions during an interview prior to the game between the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

MLB News: Bob Costas breaks silence on retirement, admits he lost his fastball

Oct 31, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers watches during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Gilbert Arenas backs the Bucks to fire Doc Rivers after multiple 'f****d up' decisions

Feb 15, 2023; Jupiter, FL, USA; John Mozeliak, St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations, throws a baseball during spring training in Jupiter, Florida.

MLB free agent spending might be down this winter for one obvious reason

Television revenue is a big question mark in several MLB markets, and a new report from the GM Meetings suggests half of teams might be hesitant to spend on free agents this winter.

Kirk Herbstreit gives heartbreaking update on College GameDay's favorite dog, Ben

The College GameDay host tells fans the latest on everyone's favorite famous pup.

Nov 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Lou Williams called out Drake after beefing with DeMar DeRozan

Lou Williams labels Drake 'selfish' after his recent comments on DeMar DeRozan.

Pat McAfee during the Indiana versus Washington football game at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 26, 2024.

Pat McAfee reveals he turned down Donald Trump, Kamala Harris interviews

The moment of a presidential election was too much for McAfee and his team, or their platform. to interview Donald Trump or Kamala Harris; kudos to the former NFL punter for recognizing it.

Why NBC gave Donald Trump airtime during Sunday Night Football, NASCAR

The Republican presidential candidate's 90-second spot during the network's NFL and NASCAR broadcasts was not the typical campaign commercial.

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch's ejection has many questioning the decision

Did the league go too far with the ejection of Detroit Lions star?