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New York Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Former ESPN star Trey Wingo rips what network has become
Former ESPN host Trey Wingo is not particularly pleased with the present-day programming on the network. Responding to a complaint that 'you used to be able to turn on ESPN and not see Stephen A. Smith or Pat McAfee,' the former 'NFL Primetime' host agreed that the Worldwide Leader's direction isn't one he's on board with. 'Let me preface this by saying I have so many wonderful memories and so many great friends still working there that I want to succeed,' Wingo wrote on X on Tuesday. 'But he's right. It used to be a glorious buffet where you could pick and choose what you wanted. Now it's like a banquet dinner: chicken or fish?' Advertisement Trey Wingo at the NFL Draft on the show SportsCenter. AP Wingo was a part of ESPN from 1997 up until 2020, and in recent years has watched flagship shows like 'Around the Horn' and 'Outside the Lines' get canceled and replaced by Smith and McAfee as centerpieces of network programming. At the time of writing, ESPN produces four talk shows, with half featuring McAfee and Smith. That's down from 2017, when the network produced seven of those types of programs. The two talking heads are also fixtures of 'SportsCenter,' which airs 10 hours per day. Advertisement Pat McAfee at the Home Run Derby on Monday. Getty Images McAfee, the former NFL punter, has become ubiquitous with his titular show and 'College GameDay' gig among others, and drew plenty of scrutiny for his work on Monday's MLB Home Run Derby broadcast — and seemed to lean into it a bit. 'Good morning beautiful people Fresh off a break.. got a chance to do something new with a different sport..,' McAfee wrote on X Tuesday morning. 'I really enjoyed it and think it went exactly how all parties envisioned it.. let's see what X has to say…' Advertisement The results weren't exactly complimentary — nor were they as tactful as Wingo. What's clear, however, is that ESPN has changed its tack and it's all-in on its current stars, whether the old guard likes it or not.
Los Angeles Times
23-06-2025
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
L.A. Times recognized in L.A. Press Club's Southern California Journalism Awards
The Los Angeles Times was honored by the Los Angeles Press Club for a wide range of work in the 67th Southern California Journalism Awards, which were announced at a gala June 22 in downtown Los Angeles. In all, The Times took home 40 awards, including 19 first-place awards, 12 second-place honors and 9 third-place awards, across multiple categories. In addition, Times columnist Bill Plaschke received the 2025 Joseph M. Quinn Award for Lifetime Achievement. 'I am humbled and honored to receive an award named after the great Joe Quinn, a legendary reporter and editor who truly embraced journalism's enduring connection to the community,' said Plaschke. 'I have never written a word in the past 38 years that has not been shaped and supported by the wonderful staff at the L.A. Times, past and present, and I will be forever grateful for their strength.' Plaschke has been a sports columnist at The Times since 1996, and he continues to be a voice for Los Angeles sports fans. He has been named national Sports Columnist of the Year nine times by the Associated Press and was the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Red Smith Award, which is considered to be one of the most prestigious honors in sports journalism. Plaschke is the author of six books and, up until recently, was a panelist on the popular ESPN daily talk show 'Around the Horn,' which ended in May after a 23-year run. 'Bill Plaschke is part of the fabric of Los Angeles and one of the most respected sports journalists in the country, ' Los Angeles Press Club President Danny Bakewell Jr. said in a news release. For the complete list of award recipients, visit
USA Today
10-06-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Bill Plaschke reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis: 'It hurts to even say it.'
Bill Plaschke reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis: 'It hurts to even say it.' Show Caption Hide Caption Kon Knueppel on the drive of former Duke teammate Cooper Flagg Kon Knueppel chats with Bryan Kalbrosky ahead of the NBA Draft about his former teammate Cooper Flagg and what makes him special Sports Seriously Bill Plaschke, the award-winning Los Angeles Times columnist and longtime "Around the Horn" panelist on ESPN, revealed this week that he has Parkinson's disease. He made the announcement as part of an LA Times column about a boxing program he attends for those trying to slow the effects of the condition. "I've got Parkinson's, and it hurts to even say it," Plaschke wrote. "I'm still mobile, still active, I don't have the trademark tremors that distinguish the famously afflicted Michael J. Fox or the late Muhammed Ali but, damn it, I've got it." Plaschke, 66, noted that he was diagnosed with Parkinson's four years ago after feeling weakness in his right arm, but had only told his family until now. The neurodegenerative disease has no cure and progressively impacts how a person moves and speaks. OPINION: Don't forget harsh price NFL players pay Plaschke wrote that it's a struggle for him to get dressed and "my pills come in gallon jugs and I spend entire Dodger games trying to discreetly swallow them in the press box." "I don't smile as much now," he added. "It's harder to smile when afflicted with the trademark Parkinson's masked face. When I FaceTime with my darlin Daisy, I worry she won't see past my dour expression and never know how much her granddaddy loves her." Plaschke has written for the Los Angeles Times since 1988 and became a sports columnist there in 1996. He has been named the national sports columnist of the year by the Associated Press Sports Editors nine times and is a member of the National Sports Media Hall of Fame and California Sports Hall of Fame. He was also one of the original panelists on "Around the Horn," beginning in 2002, and remained a regular contributor to the show until its 23-year run ended last month. Plaschke sounded a hopeful note at the end of his column, citing the inspiration provided by Kaizen Kinetics and everyone else dealing with Parkinson's disease through its boxing program. "I have Parkinson's," Plaschke wrote, "But, by God, it doesn't have me."
Los Angeles Times
31-05-2025
- Sport
- Los Angeles Times
Letters to Sports: The good, the bad and the ugly with ‘Around the Horn'
ESPN's 'Around the Horn' is ending after a 23-year run that featured sportwriters from across the nation sharing their thoughts. The format sounded simple, but it is what made it a success. Real-life sportswriters, who many no longer read, expounding real-life opinions became a novelty. As for L.A. Times' writer Bill Plaschke, thank you for always having Los Angeles' back, as spoken by local WNBA legend Diana Taurasi. Wayne MuramatsuCerritos Bill Plaschke is proud of his time on 'Around the Horn?' Twenty-three years of a smug, smarmy host, and a bunch of sportswriters desperate for sound bites and attention. Another reason why ESPN and so-called sports commentary is currently unwatchable. He should apologize for reaching so low. James L. PearleCorona del Mar Great article by Bill Plaschke regarding 'Around the Horn.' However, contrary to his claim that he 'always stunk,' because there were four panelists on each show, Plaschke's winning percentage of 24.3% is just about what one would expect. Even Woody Paige — the Cy Young of ATH — had a lower winning percentage. Bill, thanks for so eloquently representing the City of Angels. Ken FeldmanTarzana It's been said that one man's leftovers are another man's steak dinner. And that's all you need to know about the difference between the Dodgers organization and the Angels. Two days after the Dodgers released a washed-up Chris Taylor, he was starting in center field for the Angels. Nothing else needs to be said. Bob KargenianYorba Linda As Bill Shaikin writes, Angels announcers Wayne Randazzo and Mark Gubicza are great. As a long-suffering Angels fan, its a pleasure to at least be able to listen to them. Randazzo is particularly excellent. He doesn't overdo the chatter like most do, is bright, witty, knowledgeable and subtly tells truths about the woeful team he covers. He is the best since Dick Enberg, who was one of the greatest ever. Alvin S. MichaelsonMarina Del Rey Tanner Scott, a $72-million pitcher, has blown a third of his save opportunities this year. Eric Gagne, where are you? Mike SchallerTemple City I got excited about the Dodgers adding another former All-Star, Alexis Díaz, to their ravaged pitching staff, even more so upon learning he began this season on the IL. Seems like a perfect fit. Steve RossCarmel I think I know why Jack Flaherty left the Dodgers for Detroit in free agency: He didn't want to go on the IL. Rhys ThomasValley Glen The new flood of name, image and likeness money (NIL) is indeed sending high school sports into a 'black hole' of misplaced priorities, as Eric Sondheimer's column pointed out. The L.A. Times should do its part to resist this trend by ceasing coverage of sports at that vulnerable level. Patrick FrankVenice Former Lakers Alex Caruso, Julius Randle and Josh Hart all had deep runs in the 2025 playoffs. Next season, while the Lakers are on vacation, are we going to see Austin Reaves in the playoffs wearing another team's uniform because the Lakers traded him while coddling an aged star? I sure hope not. Paul D. VenturaMission Viejo The defending champion L.A. Galaxy have started the MLS season with a 16-game winless streak? Bill Plaschke must have picked them to repeat as champions. John SchiermeierValencia The Los Angeles Times welcomes expressions of all views. Letters should be brief and become the property of The Times. They may be edited and republished in any format. Each must include a valid mailing address and telephone number. Pseudonyms will not be used. Email: sports@
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
A bear was apparently spotted on ESPN's Bristol campus
An ESPN radio show shared some absolutely frightening information with its listeners on Thursday: a bear was located on the grounds of the network's Bristol campus. During ESPN Radio's Joe & Q program with Joe Fortenbaugh and Q Myers, Fortenbaugh talked about how a "yellow emergency light" flashing at the network campus eventually sparked the revelation that none other than a bear was present on the facilities. 'There's a bear on the campus here of ESPN,' Fortenbaugh said on the program. 'It is the bear alert. So, everyone on campus stay inside. There's a black bear on the campus at the current moment.' Perhaps that bear was trying to find who to complain to about Around the Horn going off the air? We don't know what happened with this bear exactly, but hopefully he just got some souvenirs, took a selfie with Tony Kornheiser and went back to the forest. This article originally appeared on For The Win: A bear was apparently spotted on ESPN's Bristol campus
