Despite indications to the contrary, Fox Sports says Regis Philbin is staying on “Crowd Goes Wild.” In other news, Jerry Remy is returning to Red Sox broadcasts, and the NBA has reportedly found a new deputy commissioner.
Shanks: Regis Staying on “Crowd Goes Wild”
- Fox Sports president Eric Shanks told reporters Tuesday that “Crowd Goes Wild” host Regis Philbin is not leaving the program. Philbin has indicated on multiple occasions that his role with the show would end after Sunday’s Super Bowl, but Shanks says the longtime television host will merely take some time off after the game before returning on a limited basis. (Capital New York)
Remy Returning to Red Sox Booth
- Boston Red Sox TV analyst Jerry Remy, whose son Jared will stand trial for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, will return to the team’s NESN broadcasts this season. Remy has not broadcast a Red Sox game since his son was arrested last August. (masslive.com)
Tatum to Replace Silver As NBA Deputy Commish
- NBA EVP/global marketing Mark Tatum is expected to replace Adam Silver as the league’s Deputy Commissioner. Tatum would be among the highest ranking minority executives in major professional team sports. (USA Today)
