Karl Ravech Archives

Karl Ravech calls out ‘haters’ willing to ‘die on hill’ criticizing mic’d up players

"Such a small group of haters will kind of blast the idea (mic'd up players) and fall on the sword of 'Just show us the game.'"

ESPN launches special ‘Baseball Tonight’ episodes on playoff chases

The shows will also have the opportunity to cut in for at-bats by Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani in their pursuit of history.

Tommy Pham fittingly asked fantasy football questions while mic’d up

Because of course he was.

ESPN shares throwback Ceddanne Rafaela LLWS clip during ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ interview

Rafaela starred for Curacao in the 2012 Little League World Series.

Karl Ravech backs new Home Run Derby format: ‘The pacing is gonna be better’

Ravech likes the new Home Run Derby format with fewer pitches per round, hoping it will attract more stars and reduce injury risk.

ESPN’s Karl Ravech declares ‘Dodgers win it by a run!’ after 4-3 loss to Phillies

"With the Phillies getting their 60th win...Dodgers win it by a run!"

ESPN commentators talk Home Run Derby format changes, Statcast broadcast, event’s importance

"The opportunity to go off the clock, not be in a split screen, shoot all the action full, have reactions and orient that towards the biggest moments of the contest has been a really big priority."

Short and to the Point: Karl Ravech on Home Run Derby, young talent in MLB, ESPN, and more

Host Jessica Kleinschmidt interviews ESPN baseball commentator Karl Ravech. Jessica and Karl discuss a wide range of topics...

Karl Ravech: Baseball doesn’t need saving

"The game is in great shape."

Todd Frazier reportedly joining ESPN’s Home Run Derby coverage

Frazier is the 2015 Homer Run Derby champ.

Red Sox’s Jarren Duran reveals heartwarming All-Star nod reaction during in-game interview

"We both broke down crying."

Karl Ravech explains why he misses nightly ‘Baseball Tonight’ format

"I’m grateful people remember it fondly, and I’m saddened by it, too, that none of it exists in that way anymore."

ESPN’s Karl Ravech surprises Gunnar Henderson with custom cleats

"When I opened it up, I was blown away by them."

Gunnar Henderson announces intention to do 2024 Home Run Derby while mic’d up

"I'll be the first to announce that I'll be doing the Home Run Derby this year."

Karl Ravech reveals surprising interest in College, Little League World Series

"They love to talk about the Little League World Series because it has this mass appeal."

Sarah Langs talks support she’s received after sharing ALS diagnosis: ‘I am so, so eternally grateful for it.’

"I had no idea what to expect when I first shared this with the world, and I certainly never expected all of this."

ESPN’s Karl Ravech: Pitch Clock has changed game ‘for the better’

"I think the pitch clock, universally, is the greatest thing ever."

Buster Olney discusses relationship with ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ crew

"We all throw out ideas, some are good and some are bad but we don't have a problem laughing at ourselves when they don't come out so great."

ESPN’s ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ crew provided a helpful PitchCom explainer

"I would have liked to pick the voice, like a celebrity voice..."

Karl Ravech makes curious call on extra-inning play

"They had an out at first if they wanted it."

Karl Ravech repulsed at thought of people eating pig’s liver

"Is that an acquired taste?"

How Eduardo Pérez’s view of the media changed after hanging up his cleats

Eduardo Pérez reflects on his evolving relationship with the media, appreciating their job pressures while cherishing his broadcasting family.

Karl Ravech blasted for ‘Trea Turner, learning for the first time what it means to be in a postseason’ line

Turner had played in 43 previous postseason games and won a World Series.

All-time announcer jinx from Karl Ravech leads to walk-off win in championship game of Little League World Series

"All-time announcer jinx right here."