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Will ESPN and Major League Baseball continue their partnership after 2025? With the two sides opting not to renew their current deal, the future of Sunday Night Baseball and MLB coverage on ESPN remains uncertain.Karl Ravech, the voice of Sunday Night Baseball, remains optimistic. In a recent media call, Ravech expressed confidence that ESPN and MLB could still find common ground despite the looming end of their contract.“There are very smart people that are trying to figure out ways to move forward with Major League Baseball,” Ravech said, emphasizing ESPN's role as a top-tier sports platform.The split was expected, as ESPN has shifted its focus toward the NFL and NBA, often relegating baseball to the sidelines. However, Ravech argues that ESPN still provides more MLB coverage than any non-league network, making it an ideal partner for baseball moving forward.Will ESPN and MLB strike a new deal, or will baseball find a new broadcasting home? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you think!
The SEC troll narrative about the conference's record since January 4 made its way to an ESPN announcer! Plus, the predictable news about Anthony Rendon and the Angels...
Karl Ravech sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. Karl and I talk about the values that he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, Karl shares what his kids have taught him. Plus, he gives a great MLB type of term on dads who are not pulling their weight around the house. Next, we talk about working at ESPN and the friendships he made along the way. We talk about the updated MLB rules and how it has helped the game bring fans back to the stadiums and watching on TV. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five. About Karl Ravech Veteran ESPN commentator Karl Ravech is the voice of Sunday Night Baseball, ESPN's exclusive, national Major League Baseball game of the week, calling games alongside analysts Eduardo Perez and David Cone and reporter Buster Olney. Ravech joined ESPN in May 1993. His three decades of covering MLB for the network have included hosting ESPN's studio coverage of the MLB playoffs and World Series since 1995, hosting ESPN's MLB studio and pre-game show, Baseball Tonight, and serving as play-by-play commentator for Monday Night Baseball and for ESPN's 2020 KBO League season coverage. He has also been the voice of ESPN's Home Run Derby telecast since 2017. Follow Karl on Twitter @karlravechespn. In addition, check him out on ESPN for the latest MLB news and updates. SABRE Is This Week's Sponsor SABRE is the #1 personal safety brand trusted by law enforcement and consumers worldwide. Their mission is to educate and empower consumers to feel safer in their everyday lives. Whether protection is needed on the go, venturing out on a hike, running errands, or going for a run SABRE wants to help you Make It Safe no matter where you go, what you do, or where life takes you. Check out their holiday gift guide for everyone on your list over at their website at sabrered.com/holiday. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.
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Ravech talks about the D-Backs' roller coaster season and their big series with the Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ravech talks about the D-Backs' roller coaster season and their big series with the Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sam Ravech is an on-air personality and sports play-by-play broadcaster with ESPN covering college sports as well as the Little League World Series. He was previously the play-by-play voice of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, the San Francisco Giants AA minor league affiliate. Sam's father Karl Ravech is a long-time ESPN anchor and play-by-play voice who has covered baseball with the network since 1993. Today on the podcast, we talk to Sam Ravech about his role as a broadcaster, following in his famous dad's footsteps, and why he began a relationship with Jesus. Looking for faith/sports gift ideas? Check out our new Increase store with Sports Spectrum apparel, gifts, devotionals and more. http://TheIncrease.com
The guys kick off the Monday edition of the show by talking about the big win for South Dakota State and more!
On the latest interview from the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Karl Ravech of ESPN joins Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin for a wide-ranging conversation that includes... * Working with Tim Kurkjian, his current partner on ESPN Radio's coverage of the MLB Playoffs* Working with Craig Kilborn, early SportsCenter Days* Working on Baseball Tonight and that show's prominence in the 1990s.* His life-changing heart attack at age 33* Reflections back on this year's Sunday Night Baseball package with Eduardo Perex, David Cone and Buster Olney* Play-by-play vs. Studio work* Little League World Series * Following Tiger Woods in the chase for Golf's Grand Slam in 2000* What he felt were his big breaks in his path to Bristol which included synchronicities with Bill Pidto* Ravech then asked Mike and Phil's thoughts on the Sunday Night Baseball package Veteran ESPN commentator Karl Ravech is the voice of Sunday Night Baseball, ESPN's exclusive, national Major League Baseball game of the week, calling games alongside analysts Eduardo Perez and David Cone and multi-platform contributor Buster Olney. Ravech joined ESPN in May 1993. His three decades of covering MLB for the network have included hosting ESPN's studio coverage of the MLB playoffs and World Series since 1995, hosting ESPN's MLB studio and pre-game show, Baseball Tonight, and serving as play-by-play commentator for Monday Night Baseball and for ESPN's 2020 KBO League season coverage. He has also been the voice of ESPN's Home Run Derby telecast since 2017.Since 2006, Ravech has provided commentary for ESPN and ABC coverage of the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa. In 2011, he added the Little League World Series Championship games and the College World Series to his yearly schedule. During the winter, Ravech is a play-by-play commentator on ESPN's college basketball telecasts and has called the SEC basketball tournament since 2017.Ravech has also anchored ESPN's college basketball studio wraps operation. Additionally, in the fall of 2000, Ravech followed Tiger Woods' quest for the Grand Slam while hosting ESPN's golf coverage at Pebble Beach, St. Andrews and Valhalla.In November of 1998, Ravech was playing a pickup game of basketball with friends from ESPN when he noticed a sharp pain in his chest. After receiving medical attention, the doctor informed Karl he had experienced a heart attack at the age of 33.“That experience was a wake-up call,” said Ravech. “Now, through exercise and proper diet, my heart is as strong as a professional athlete. I run every day. Who knows why these things happen, but it changed me for the better.”Prior to joining the network, Ravech served as the weekend sports anchor/reporter at WHTM-TV in Harrisburg, Pa. (1990-93). His assignments included the 1992 Senior U.S. Open golf tournament, Harrisburg Senators (Washington Nationals' Double-A affiliate), and MLB spring training. He was nominated for a local Sports Emmy in 1990 and 1991.From 1987 to 1990, Ravech was employed by WBNG-TV, in Binghamton, N.Y., as a sports anchor/reporter with assignments including the 1988 U.S. Open golf tournament.Ravech served as the sports director at NewsCenter 7 in Ithaca, N.Y., and as a freelance sports producer for WCVB-TV in Boston (1986-87), while attending college.Ravech received his Bachelor of Science degree in communications from Ithaca College in 1987. He received his master's degree in management and leadership in 1990, from SUNY at Binghamton.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
On the latest interview from the Announcer Schedules Podcast, Karl Ravech of ESPN joins Mike Gill and Phil de Montmollin for a wide-ranging conversation that includes... * Working with Tim Kurkjian, his current partner on ESPN Radio's coverage of the MLB Playoffs* Working with Craig Kilborn, early SportsCenter Days* Working on Baseball Tonight and that show's prominence in the 1990s.* His life-changing heart attack at age 33* Reflections back on this year's Sunday Night Baseball package with Eduardo Perex, David Cone and Buster Olney* Play-by-play vs. Studio work* Little League World Series * Following Tiger Woods in the chase for Golf's Grand Slam in 2000* What he felt were his big breaks in his path to Bristol which included synchronicities with Bill Pidto* Ravech then asked Mike and Phil's thoughts on the Sunday Night Baseball package Veteran ESPN commentator Karl Ravech is the voice of Sunday Night Baseball, ESPN's exclusive, national Major League Baseball game of the week, calling games alongside analysts Eduardo Perez and David Cone and multi-platform contributor Buster Olney. Ravech joined ESPN in May 1993. His three decades of covering MLB for the network have included hosting ESPN's studio coverage of the MLB playoffs and World Series since 1995, hosting ESPN's MLB studio and pre-game show, Baseball Tonight, and serving as play-by-play commentator for Monday Night Baseball and for ESPN's 2020 KBO League season coverage. He has also been the voice of ESPN's Home Run Derby telecast since 2017.Since 2006, Ravech has provided commentary for ESPN and ABC coverage of the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa. In 2011, he added the Little League World Series Championship games and the College World Series to his yearly schedule. During the winter, Ravech is a play-by-play commentator on ESPN's college basketball telecasts and has called the SEC basketball tournament since 2017.Ravech has also anchored ESPN's college basketball studio wraps operation. Additionally, in the fall of 2000, Ravech followed Tiger Woods' quest for the Grand Slam while hosting ESPN's golf coverage at Pebble Beach, St. Andrews and Valhalla.In November of 1998, Ravech was playing a pickup game of basketball with friends from ESPN when he noticed a sharp pain in his chest. After receiving medical attention, the doctor informed Karl he had experienced a heart attack at the age of 33.“That experience was a wake-up call,” said Ravech. “Now, through exercise and proper diet, my heart is as strong as a professional athlete. I run every day. Who knows why these things happen, but it changed me for the better.”Prior to joining the network, Ravech served as the weekend sports anchor/reporter at WHTM-TV in Harrisburg, Pa. (1990-93). His assignments included the 1992 Senior U.S. Open golf tournament, Harrisburg Senators (Washington Nationals' Double-A affiliate), and MLB spring training. He was nominated for a local Sports Emmy in 1990 and 1991.From 1987 to 1990, Ravech was employed by WBNG-TV, in Binghamton, N.Y., as a sports anchor/reporter with assignments including the 1988 U.S. Open golf tournament.Ravech served as the sports director at NewsCenter 7 in Ithaca, N.Y., and as a freelance sports producer for WCVB-TV in Boston (1986-87), while attending college.Ravech received his Bachelor of Science degree in communications from Ithaca College in 1987. He received his master's degree in management and leadership in 1990, from SUNY at Binghamton.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sarah Langs joins Buster and Karl Ravech to talk about publicly announcing her ALS diagnosis, the outpouring of support from the baseball community and what it is about baseball that she loves. Then, Langs plays The Numbers Game with thoughts on Juan Soto being the young veteran, out-homering your opponent, Max Scherzer's 10K games in the postseason and which of the wild card weekend teams has the best chance to make the World Series. Next, Ravech on the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon with Mets-Padres, the Mets' pitching strategy, the Soto antidote, Toronto's home field advantage and his concern for Shane McClanahan. Later, Hembo makes his to triumphant return to the pod to discuss parenting twin girls, the Rays-Guardians rock fight, the Phillies' starting pitching advantage and his lack of confidence in San Diego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sarah Langs joins Buster and Karl Ravech to talk about publicly announcing her ALS diagnosis, the outpouring of support from the baseball community and what it is about baseball that she loves. Then, Langs plays The Numbers Game with thoughts on Juan Soto being the young veteran, out-homering your opponent, Max Scherzer's 10K games in the postseason and which of the wild card weekend teams has the best chance to make the World Series. Next, Ravech on the Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon with Mets-Padres, the Mets' pitching strategy, the Soto antidote, Toronto's home field advantage and his concern for Shane McClanahan. Later, Hembo makes his to triumphant return to the pod to discuss parenting twin girls, the Rays-Guardians rock fight, the Phillies' starting pitching advantage and his lack of confidence in San Diego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN's Sam Ravech gives me his thoughts on the winner-take-all between Mississippi State and Vanderbilt for the NCAA Men's College World Series.
ESPN's Sam Ravech takes time to talk College Baseball, and he gives me his thoughts on tonight's winner-take-all between Mississippi State and Vanderbilt for the championship. 1:35 Ruston Regional 4:55 NC State run 7:50 College Baseball enthusiasm 8:53 Surprises 11:52 Mississippi State vs Vanderbilt Follow Sam on Twitter https://twitter.com/Sam_Ravech (@Sam_Ravech).
This week Cade and Kendall sit down with Sam Ravech, a broadcaster with ESPN, the ACC Network, as well as the SEC Network. They discuss his unique journey into the industry, growing up with a broadcaster dad, and more.
ESPN’s Karl & Sam Ravech join SBJ’s Andrew Levin to discuss how their father-son relationship has benefitted one another professionally, and to break down the dynamics of remote game broadcasts.
On the second hour of The Nick Handley show, NASCAR makes the decision to get rid of the confederate flags at future races moving forward. Then MLB Commissioner Rob Mandred gets irked by a question from ESPN's Karl Ravech. Next, we talk Omaha Storm Chasers with their president Martie Cordaro about some events that home coming up.
Tim Kurkjian fills in for Buster and speaks with Karl Ravech about Bo Bichette's record start, the significance of Chris Sale's big night and the magic of Terry Francona (10:07). Plus, Ravech boasts of Tim's prowess on the dance floor. Todd Radom also makes his weekly appearance for "Cap Talk" (34:17).
After celebrating America’s birthday, it’s time to celebrate a new episode of the Sports Lordz! This week despite some audio issues in the beginning (everything is fixed by the 11th minute), we recap our 4th of July celebrations and discuss the origins of competitive eater and American hero, Joey Chestnut. We look back at the USWNT winning the World Cup and what we can all do to really support these badass ladies beyond this single tournament. NBA free agency continues to be bonkers with Kawhi Leonard finally picking his new team, Russell Westbrook left high and dry, and our beloved Atlanta Hawks making some minor moves. Major League Baseball’s dinger-off, also known as the Homerun Derby was a fun show and we pitch some ideas to make baseball’s all-star celebration a little more fun. Your Lordz also look back at the 90s and reminisce about everyone’s new favorite decade. Later, we present exclusive, deleted audio from ESPN’s new 30 for 30 documentary chronicling the rivalry between competitive eaters and hot dog champs, Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi. This audio gives a glimpse of the behind the scenes tension and relationship among the competitors and cannot be heard anywhere else except here on the Sports Lordz. Of course the digestif to this food heavy episode is a nice serving of DABS! This episode is sponsored by Karl Ravech’s Toupee Palace. Is that real hair? Shhhh! It’s a Ravech. Follow us on twitter @SportsLordz
ESPN's Karl Ravech joined Matt and Mark to chat about the remarkable run the Red Sox are on, Marcus Stroman's value around MLB, and the future of John Gibbons
ESPN's Karl Ravech joins OverDrive to discuss MLB suspending Robinson Cano for 80-games, plus offers his thoughts on how the Blue Jays should handle Vlad Guerrero Jr. and the right time to call him up to the Majors.
On this special edition of the DoDCast, we're joined by Karl Ravech, host of ESPN's Baseball Tonight.Site Expert Drew Douglas interviewed Ravech ahead of the Washington Nationals game with the New York Mets on Sunday Night Baseball.He talks about picking the Nationals to go to the World Series, Bryce Harper, Mike Rizzo and Stephen Strasburg's memorable debut.
Sam Ravech is the youngest play-by-play voice in all of Double-A baseball. He talks about his career, ESPN personalities he looks up to, and much more.
Sam Ravech is the youngest play-by-play voice in all of Double-A baseball. For those who latch onto the last name, Ravech is the 23-year-old son of ESPN’s Karl Ravech, who most recognize as part of the network’s Major League Baseball and College Basketball coverage, as well as his work on Baseball Tonight.A 2017 graduate from Pepperdine University in Broadcast Journalism, the younger Ravech became the lead voice and radio play-by-play announcer of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, Double-A Affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. Below is a snippet of our conversation with the entire interview available at the bottom of this page. Sam talks about his career to this point, notable ESPN personalities he looks up to, and much more.
ESPN's Karl Ravech joins OverDrive on the eve of the MLB season to discuss what to expect from the Blue Jays in a tough division, how important it will be to get off to a fast start, plus his thoughts on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. possibly being called up to the Majors this season.
Episode 236 brings it... again. This time in full stereo! Benny B and RZ are now hitting on all cylinders. In celebration of joining the THX revolution, they've graced their worthy audience with some remarkably smokey material. For example they discuss Ice T, and all the sweet shit he used to do, like pay people to do naked things, and his old school voice acting. They also discuss the Buffalo Bill Dance, much to Benny's delight. Benny and RZ take a nice dip into the High and Tight mail bag as well...with sexy results. I'm serious, there's so much intel in 236. To sweeten the deal, Benny and RZ close out talking about their favorite toys, Transformer movies, and why Karl Ravich is a dick nose. Get into it!
BS Sports Report Interviews ESPN'S Baseball Tonight's Karl Ravech