Historically, Bostonians have never taken to being pushed around very well. This doesn't bode well for whomever is responsible for the atrocities committed at the finish line of yesterday's Boston Marathon. I'm mortified at the idea that some lunatic(s) felt that Patriots' Day - a day to remember the first battles of the American Revolution - … Continue reading You Messed With The Wrong City
Sports Media Musings: Sorrow and Tragedy Strike 117th Boston Marathon
I was putting the finishing touches on a Red Sox column for Metro Boston when I took a quick second to touch up a piece I've been working on for BSMW about WEEI's precipitous fall. These days, I've become very good at multi-tasking, a skill I would unknowingly summon all afternoon and into the night. Like others, once I … Continue reading Sports Media Musings: Sorrow and Tragedy Strike 117th Boston Marathon
Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 1 vs. the Rockets
Celtics (0-0) vs. Houston (0-0) April 9, 1980 Boston Garden **After yesterday's tragedy at the Boston Marathon, I send my prayers to all those affected. With the NBA playoffs set to begin and the Celtics traveling to New York, it's a good opportunity to look back at the Celtics playoff run from the 1980 season. … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 1 vs. the Rockets
BREAKING – Pete Sheppard Quits WEEI – On The Air
There is certainly no shortage of news coming out of WEEI these days. At about 5:45 this afternoon, Pete Sheppard posted the following Tweet: https://twitter.com/PShep326/status/323191045334650881 At the end of his shift, Sheppard then announced he was quitting the station, saying that he couldn't do it anymore, he couldn't stand working for the company anymore. He … Continue reading BREAKING – Pete Sheppard Quits WEEI – On The Air
Source: Entercom President/CEO David Field Coming To Boston Friday
According to an industry source, in response to continued toxic atmosphere at Entercom Boston, including and especially at WEEI, Entercom Communications Corp President and CEO David Field will be in Boston on Friday to conduct a "town hall" style meeting with employees, presumably in an attempt to assuage hard feelings and improve morale. The source … Continue reading Source: Entercom President/CEO David Field Coming To Boston Friday
Jon Rish Resigns From #RedSox Broadcasts, WEEI
**BREAKING** BSMW has learned and confirmed that Jon Rish has given his notice and will be leaving the Red Sox broadcasts, and the radio business altogether. This is just the latest in a series of personnel changes at Entercom Boston under VP/GM Jeff Brown. Rish had served as the pre and post-game host on the … Continue reading Jon Rish Resigns From #RedSox Broadcasts, WEEI
Home Opener Suddenly Much Brighter For Sox, Fans
After winning each of their first two series of the season on the road, Fenway Park opens this afternoon as the 4-2 Red Sox face the Baltimore Orioles. The importance of Red Sox finding their way at Fenway - Rob Bradford looks at why it is so critical for the team to re-establish their home … Continue reading Home Opener Suddenly Much Brighter For Sox, Fans
Finn On Ware Injury and Pete Sheppard Q&A
Just a few quick links this Friday for your perusal and discussion. CBS handled gruesome leg injury well - Chad Finn's media column looks at how CBS handled its coverage of the graphic Kevin Ware injury, looks at how the NCAA is rating for the networks, and has some Bruins and Red Sox media notes. … Continue reading Finn On Ware Injury and Pete Sheppard Q&A
Sports Media Musings: The Mailbag, Chapter V
Welcome to the Monthly Weekly?? Sports Media Mailbag! Here are comments and emails from you, the readers, with insight on your favorite sports media personalities. To contribute to the mailbag, either shoot me an email at Hadfield.Ryan@gmail.com, hit me up on Twitter @Hadfield__, or leave a response in the comments section of any one of my columns. Took a vacation … Continue reading Sports Media Musings: The Mailbag, Chapter V
Question For Dan Shaughnessy Fans (Yes, They Do Exist)
Something I'm curious about. For those of you out there who enjoy Dan Shaughnessy, and I know you are out there, presumably you're drawn to his style of ripping down athletes and teams and taking shots and carrying grudges. How do you feel when he writes columns which go to a hyperbolic level in the … Continue reading Question For Dan Shaughnessy Fans (Yes, They Do Exist)
Boston Sports Media Watch 