Hours after his life changed, a 33-year career with ESPN suddenly over, Karl Ravech sat behind a microphone and displayed the professionalism that has defined his career. “For many of you that are on here, you’re members and soon-to-be (guest) Adam Wainwright, there’s a lot going on with ESPN, we’re well aware of it, we’re … Read more
Another one bites the dust at ESPN. The Worldwide Leader’s lead baseball play-by-play man, Karl Ravech, is set to be let go by the network amid a round of company layoffs, according to multiple reports. Ravech’s departure from ESPN comes one day after the company moved on from former NFL player and lightning rod Ryan … Read more
The Home Run Derby saw plenty of baseballs leave the yard — and even more viewers leave the broadcast. MLB’s annual dinger demonstration’s debut on Netflix drew just 5.3 million viewers, marking the lowest total since 2003, when the event saw 5.2 million spectators, according to Sports Business Journal. It was also a drop from … Read more
Andy Pettitte was on hand to see his son sign his Yankees contract — as was another soon-to-be member of the family. As Luke Pettitte, son of longtime Yankee pitcher and current special adviser Andy, arrived to sign with New York after being selected in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, his parents … Read more
One MLB player took advantage of the All-Star break during what is a demanding, long season. Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle tied the knot with now-wife Devin on Wednesday night in Boston, and the two had their reception at Arya Trattoria in the North End. Devin shared a video to her Instagram story of the … Read more
Livvy Dunne is addressing her animated game-day self while watching boyfriend Paul Skenes pitch. During the MLB All-Star red carpet in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, the couple stopped to chat with MLB Network for a few minutes and Dunne was asked what it’s like watching the Pirate pitch. She admitted she gets invested. “Obviously, I … Read more
It was a family affair on the All-Star red carpet for what was the final time. Kate Upton and Justin Verlander made a rare family appearance on Tuesday night in Philadelphia, going all in on the festivities ahead of what was the righty hurler’s final All-Star Game. Upton, 34, wore a short, off-the-shoulder white dress … Read more
Fans are calling out legendary R&B singer Patti LaBelle for whiffing on her rendition of the national anthem to kick off the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in her hometown of Philadelphia. The 82-year-old two-time Grammy winner had the honor of singing the Star-Spangled Banner at the 96th Midsummer Classic before a packed crowd at Citizens … Read more
Paul Skenes might not be pitching in the All-Star Game, but that didn’t stop him from getting dressed up – with his girlfriend, Olivia “Livvy” Dunne. Skenes, who was selected to be an All-Star but won’t pitch due to his schedule, posed in an Instagram selfie with Dunne — and on the red carpet — … Read more
At least Jeff Passan could admit it. After Monday night’s electric Home Run Derby came down to the final swing, the ESPN reporter called himself out for sharply criticizing the Derby’s new format. “passan is a moron,” he tweeted in response to his previous comments. During ESPN’s “First Take” Monday morning, Passan said the Derby’s … Read more
Derek Jeter brought the high heat just the way Colin Cowherd once mistakenly thought Nolan Ryan did to the Yankees legend. As a guest on “The Herd” Monday, Jeter reminded Cowherd of when he had to correct his comment about the Hall of Fame shortstop facing the flame-throwing Ryan. “Before we get started, I just … Read more
Even when the Mets are struggling, there’s never a dull moment on an SNY broadcast. That’s thanks to Gary Cohen and Keith Hernandez. After Hernandez lamented that his family lineage is ending during Tuesday night’s broadcast, Cohen poked fun at him for his rant during the Mets’ 6-2 win over the Royals on Wednesday. In … Read more
Ken Rosenthal is firing back at Mike Francesa, who claims the Mets are actively trying to trade Francisco Lindor as the MLB trade deadline approaches. On his podcast earlier this week, Francesa claimed that the Mets aren’t just listening to offers on Lindor but are actively looking for them. Rosenthal, an insider for The Athletic … Read more
Keith Hernandez became upset out of nowhere on the Mets broadcast Tuesday night. In the sixth inning of the Mets’ 16-12 loss to the Royals, Hernandez and SNY play-by-play man Gary Cohen discussed names being passed down from generation to generation, where Hernandez lamented the fact that his family lineage is ending. Essentially, there won’t … Read more
Former New York Yankees star Bernie Williams was at the height of his career, winning World Series Championships in 1996, 1998 and 1999. But behind the glory, he carried a heavy burden: his dying father. “My dad was our superhero. He was the guy that taught me how to play baseball, he taught me how … Read more
Imagine how upset Kirk Herbstreit would be if he were a Mets fan? The ESPN college football analyst went off on his beloved Reds and the state of Major League Baseball in posts on X after Cincinnati blew a 3-0 lead to the Brewers on Monday night and eventually lost 5-3 to Milwaukee for their … Read more
The Dodgers and Padres are beginning a three-game series June 26 at Petco Park. While this should be a competitive series between two NL West rivals, the Padres’ fan base is already demolishing the Dodgers’ when it comes to drinking. A Padres fan enjoys taking in the atmosphere at the ballpark. MLB Photos via Getty … Read more
Former baseball executive David Samson revealed the tragic news on Wednesday that his daughter, Kyra, died one day prior after a nearly yearlong fight with brain cancer. She was 28. Samson, former president of the Marlins and EVP of the now-defunct Expos, said Kyra was diagnosed with glioblastoma nearly 10 months ago and fought against … Read more
You won’t be seeing Dave Flemming on ESPN anymore. After calling Monday’s Braves-Padres game, Awful Announcing learned that Flemming won’t be working at ESPN any longer in order to spend more time with his family. Flemming spent 16 years with the network, initially joining as a college basketball play-by-play announcer in 2010 before building an … Read more
A Phillies fan thought he was being slick when he threw back a home run ball during a game against the Mets on Sunday. But he got caught in 4K. After Carson Benge’s home run, the NBC broadcast showed the fan in a Bryce Harper jersey celebrating his new souvenir. Fans of the home team … Read more