ESPN cuts widen a years-long gap in sports broadcasting's mid-level talent

A 30-year industry veteran says broadcast economics guarantee 'the numbers always win' over audience loyalty to specific on-air personalities.

Why it mattersFor anyone loyal to specific sports broadcasters, each layoff cycle reduces the range of experienced voices on major networks.

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