CBS’ Jim Spanarkel, who was slated to call NCAA Tournament games this week with Ian Eagle and Jamie Erdahl, “will miss the first two rounds ‘due to COVID-19 protocols.’” Grant Hill will replace Spanarkel on the broadcasts (Newark STAR-LEDGER, 3/18).
ESPN MMA reporter Ariel Helwani has parted ways with his agency, CAA. He is currently without representation (Liz Mullen, SBJ).
All 162 Twins games this season “will be televised … for just the fourth time in franchise history.” Bally Sports North “will carry 156 games locally, while the others will be nationally televised” (ST. PAUL PIONEER PRESS, 3/18).
