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Oct 16, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Citi Field.

The parameters of baseball’s next CBA negotiations are already taking shape

ESPN to end 'Around the Horn': Report

Dec 4, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is interviewed by the MLB Network during the 2023 MLB Winter Meetings.

MLB Network is offering buyouts in an attempt to downsize: Report

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Jason Kelce gets dragged by social media for outfit worn during Monday Night Football

Jun 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in game one of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Former NBA champion challenges Shaquille O'Neal to a boxing fight

May 22, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt and first baseman Rhys Hoskins (17) after throwing out the first pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citizens Bank Park.

A Phillies legend gets the 'MLB Network Presents' documentary treatment

Oct 29, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil (81) talks with catcher Austin Wells (28) in the third inning during game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.

Why the 2024 Rookie of the Year award winners matter

May 20, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Former NBA player and current TNT television personality Charles Barkley (right) and TNT television personality Kenny Smith (left) prior to game one of the Eastern Conference Finals of the NBA Playoffs between the Atlanta Hawks and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Inside the 'Inside the NBA' deal: The phone call that brought ESPN, TNT together

Nov 1, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first base Freddie Freeman (5) speaks to fans during the World Series Championship Celebration at Dodger Stadium.

For Dodgers' Freddie Freeman and gymnast Simone Biles, pop culture victory lap continues at CMAs

Netflix is airing its first-ever NFL games on Christmas

Netflix announces a halftime performer for its Christmas Day NFL game

Beyonce will perform in her hometown at halftime of one of the NFL Christmas games

Jan 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) handles the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during overtime at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Bill Simmons thinks LeBron James might be 'furious' after seeing Steph Curry's 'wrestling'-like celebration

The Ringer founder Bill Simmons explains why Stephen Curry's Night-Night celebration may have led to LeBron James' furious reaction.

Feb 25, 2012; Orlando, FL, USA; Shaquille O'Neal (left), Ernie Johnson (lc), Chris Webber (rc), and Charles Barkley (right) on the TNT set at the 2012 NBA All-Star Shooting Stars competition at the Amway Center.

'Inside the NBA' finds new home

The venerated sports studio show will carry on even after the NBA's contract with TNT's parent company expires.

Another week, another student drills a kick on College GameDay for life-changing cash

College GameDay's latest fan kicker may be receiving scholarship offers after showing off the boot.

Jun 29, 2024; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Apple TV commentator Taylor Twellman reports from the pitch before the match between the New York Red Bulls and D.C. United at Red Bull Arena.

Taylor Twellman cleared to return to Apple TV+ MLS broadcasts after 'altercation'

The commentator was cleared by the league following an internal investigation.

Jalen Hurts trolls ESPN's Scott Van Pelt with 'heckling on my own show'

The Eagles quarterback put the ESPN "SportsCenter" host on his heels when he inquired about Van Pelt's feelings about the Commanders.

Sims will call Yankee games on WFAN in 2025

WFAN finds its John Sterling replacement

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?

CBS Sports play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz, analyst Tony Romo, and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson at press conference at the Super Bowl 58.

NFL announcer schedule & pairings for Week 11 of 2024 season

Jul 30, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Bally Sports reporter Jim Day (left) interviews Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) after the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

MLB is taking over another team's broadcasts in 2025

Judge approves Diamond Sports Group's plan to emerge from bankruptcy

The plan allows Diamond to broadcast games for 27 teams across the NBA, NHL and MLB locally, and comes one day after it announced a streaming deal with Amazon.

Gruden is joining the entertainment website on a multi-year deal

Barstool adds football legend to its team

Jon Gruden will join them in an unknown capacity

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

The maverick founder of TBS and CNN (and former Atlanta Braves manager) is the subject of a six-part documentary, 'Call Me Ted'

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

Netflix is coming for sports; will the celebrity fight be a tipping point or another hiccup along the way?

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

Winning the World Series is hard. Winning the 2024-25 offseason is an honor likely reserved for one of eight teams with stable RSN situations.

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

The Chicago Bears head coach had his cell phone cut out throughout his interview on the "Kap & J Hood" show.