Awful Announcing
"These podcasts are a look back at some of the most influential players who transformed not just their position between the pipes, but the game at large."
"Aside from almost expiring on live TV, I live to fight another day."
"I think [Gary Bettman] needs a new job, that he needs to retire. I don't think he has empathy for kids, or even young adults. And if he needs more information, I've got a whole folder of it right here for him he can read."
Matte's playing career spanned Ohio State and the Baltimore Colts, and his broadcasting career included a national stint with CBS and local roles with Maryland, with the CFL's Baltimore Stallions, and with the Baltimore Ravens.
"We love this game, and we just want it to be better. And it isn't. And anybody who thinks that this culture is not deeply broken is wrong."
The MLS investigation here is intended so players and staff can "work in a safe environment, free of all forms of harassment and fear of retaliation."
In many cases, leagues and teams are reluctant to move games (especially playoff games) based on what's going on elsewhere. But the CFL moved their West Final once it was determined Winnipeg would host it, and that makes sense for both TV and in-person fans.
"I buried this for 10 years, 11 years. And it’s destroyed me from the inside out. And I want everybody to know in the sports world and in the world that you’re not alone."
"I can’t extend my thanks enough to all those who’ve been part of this journey. I’m so excited for the next chapter, which will be the most exciting chapter of all."
Already under fire for the firing of radio analyst Eddie Steele, the Elks responded to a new report about past actions on Joey Moss with a 148-word statement that did not directly address the substance of the report.
"It starts from the top down. Brock Sunderland, their GM, I think there’s some issues with him and just the way he conducts himself, the way he does business. It’s a trickle-down effect throughout the organization."
Sportsnet is going for a lot of changes here, both in personnel and in platform focus.
"Will it solve the problem? No. Will it silence me? NO!"
