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In the 34-minute sports media podcast, Andrew Marchand and Jon Meterparel provide inside information and opinions. Here’s what you need to know:
Why the MLB talks about ESPN opt out package feel a little like the Pac 12
Maybe MLB will have a great deal, but right now with NBC’s low bid and Apple without great distribution, will MLB be able to make up ESPN’s $550 million per year and reach
“Inside The NBA” says goodbye and hello all in one breath
Why Marchand thinks ESPN’s “Inside The NBA” will likely be same show as it has been on TNT
The NFL and ESPN talks have optimism on both sides that a media deal will get done. It’s not done yet.
What’s the real deal about Peter Schrager getting an ESPN show
The end of the NBA on TNT felt like …
What ESPN and TNT have done right on its NHL coverage
Why CBS’ Kate Scott and Champions League did so well
What Apple MLB TV analyst did very well
Which Fox Sports MLB analyst did Meterparel not enjoy. Longtime listeners will know
How Karl Ravech could get more out of David Cone & Eduardo Perez on SNB
Amazon vs. Fox on NASCAR
What do we think of the Big 10 TV draft and others
What do we think of Indiana-Oklahoma City Finals and ratings
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On Deck Thursday (or earlier): Tim Corrigan is The Main Event
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