Popular Phillies fan criticized by ‘SportsCenter’ hosts after outburst
The incident involving a frustrated Phillies fan has started gaining traction on “Sports Center.” During a segment called “So This Happened” on Friday, Nicole Brisco and Michael Eeves discussed a woman who snatched a home run ball from a young boy, identified by the Phillies as Lincoln, while Philadelphia played against the Marlins. “Yeah, she […]
SportsCenter hosts recreate popular Coldplay kiss cam clip
The ESPY Awards may have wrapped up, but the “SportsCenters” are still dishing out their own prizes for the best cold opening of the day. On Friday morning, Randy Scott and Gary Strifsky were in the spotlight as they embraced briefly; it was a playful moment that had the camera zoom in on them. I […]
ESPN is parting ways with ‘SportsCenter’ anchor Stan Verrett after 25 years.
Stan Verrett Departs ESPN After 25 Years Longtime anchors of ESPN’s “SportsCenter” are making exits from the network. Stan Verrett is leaving ESPN after a remarkable 25-year tenure, as reported by various sources. It appears ESPN has decided not to renew his contract. In a statement, ESPN executive Dave Roberts expressed gratitude for Verrett’s contributions, […]
Giants PR man fumes at SportsCenter host Elle Duncan for mocking Daniel Jones
Giants spokesperson Pat Hanlon accused ESPN and host Elle Duncan of being “tone-deaf” after she mocked Daniel Jones' farewell letter that he read from a piece of paper on Thursday. Duncan mocked Jones on Thursday night's “Taking the Elle” segment, using a number of condescending comments and facial expressions. She doubled down on her comments […]
ESPN’s John Anderson signs off ‘SportsCenter’ after 25 years
John Anderson had a well-deserved win on ESPN’s “SportsCenter.” Anderson hosted his final show on Friday after 25 years with the station before leaving to teach broadcast journalism at his alma mater, the University of Missouri. The farewell party began with remarks from a group of current and former anchors, including Neil Everett, Nicole Briscoe, […]
ESPN anchor John Anderson retiring from ‘SportsCenter’
SportsCenter mainstay John Anderson will retire from the show at the end of June. The show’s longtime anchor made the surprising announcement Wednesday on his “Inside Wisconsin” podcast. “My contract with ESPN expires at the end of June, and I’ve decided this is it,” Anderson said. “I’m going to quit my job. I’m going to […]