This week's episode looks at ESPN's decision to slash some of its bigger on-air names, including Jay Crawford, Ed Werder, Jayson Stark and Trent Dilfer. Sports valuation consultant Michael Rapkoch comes on to talk about the changing economics behind TV sports and why teams and leagues must pay close attention to what ESPN just did.

Hard Count with Geoff Baker

The Seattle Times

Ep. 20: A deeper look at why ESPN just slashed 100 on-air personalities and writers from its roster

APR 27, 201731 MIN
Hard Count with Geoff Baker

Ep. 20: A deeper look at why ESPN just slashed 100 on-air personalities and writers from its roster

APR 27, 201731 MIN

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This week's episode looks at ESPN's decision to slash some of its bigger on-air names, including Jay Crawford, Ed Werder, Jayson Stark and Trent Dilfer. Sports valuation consultant Michael Rapkoch comes on to talk about the changing economics behind TV sports and why teams and leagues must pay close attention to what ESPN just did.