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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Skip Bayless returns to First Take for a special one-day showdown

Skip Bayless, the bold sports commentator known for his strong opinions, will make a rare return to ESPN’s "First Take" this Friday. The show will broadcast live from Los Angeles, giving fans a chance to see him debate Stephen A. Smith again. This marks Bayless’ first appearance on the show since he

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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Disney keeps ESPN close as streaming takes center stage

The new leader at Disney has decided to hold onto ESPN instead of spinning it off. Their reasoning? Keeping the sports giant inside the company will help push forward Disney's streaming plans. This marks one of the first big moves under the current CEO, who took charge earlier this year. While ESPN

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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Mel Kiper Jr. and the Power of Football Knowledge

Mel Kiper Jr. never played pro football, but his deep understanding of the game made him famous. For over 40 years, he analyzed NFL prospects on TV, earning trust as a draft expert. Unlike most analysts, he studied players instead of competing himself. His career shows how knowledge can shape a succ

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Apr 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sports on Disney Plus: A Bigger Play for Fans Everywhere

Disney Plus just got a major sports boost by teaming up with ESPN. The service now streams ESPN’s live games and shows in over 50 new places across Europe and parts of Asia. That means fans in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, and more can finally watch top leagues like the NBA and NHL starting in 2026

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Reno’s Role in ESPN’s Early Days

In a surprising twist, the city of Reno is linked to the birth of one of America’s biggest sports networks. A new documentary called “Sports Heaven: The Birth of ESPN” will air on Monday, April 6 at 5:30 p. m. on ESPN. The film tells the story of Bill Rasmussen, who dreamed up a 24‑hour sports chann

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Mar 28 2026SPORTS

Women's Basketball Showdown: Who Will Make It Past the Sweet 16?

The Sweet 16 round is in full swing, and eight matchups will decide who moves forward. First up, Louisville faces Michigan in a game that could hinge on how well the Cardinals defend the perimeter. Michigan’s stars, Olivia Olson and Syla Swords, have been hard to stop this season, so Louisville m

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Mar 24 2026SPORTS

ESPN’s Big Leap: How a Small Idea Became a Sports Giant

The story of ESPN begins in the late 1970s, when a former hockey broadcaster named Bill Rasmussen imagined a TV channel that would show sports all the time. He was fired from his job with the New England Whalers, but that setback did not stop him. In a small town in Connecticut, he and a handful of

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Stephen A. Smith Eyes a Political Future

Stephen A. Smith, the outspoken ESPN commentator, is flirting with the idea of running for president. He has been vocal about his thoughts on the political landscape and his potential role in it. Smith, known for his fiery sports commentary, has hinted at a possible political career before, but rece

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Nov 26 2025SPORTS

A Legend's Unsettled Goodbye to the Game

Retirement isn't sitting well with Lee Corso. At 90, he's finding it tough to adjust to life without the weekly thrill of college football and ESPN's "College GameDay. " He misses the action, the travel, and even the oversized mascot heads he wore for predictions. It's clear that Corso's heart still

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Nov 20 2025SPORTS

Stephen A. Smith's New Path: Why He's Stepping Back from NBA Countdown

Stephen A. Smith, a familiar face in sports media, has decided to take a step back from ESPN's NBA Countdown. This change comes as a surprise to many fans who are used to seeing him on the show since 2003. Smith clarified that this wasn't a decision made by ESPN but rather his own choice. He explai

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