Fox Sports is reportedly parting ways with Greg Norman after just one year. In other news, ESPN’s Robert Flores could be leaving for another network, and returning ESPN reporter Rachel Nichols might have a new NBA show in the works.
Reports: FOX, Norman, Parting Ways
- Fox Sports is planning to part ways with lead golf analyst Greg Norman, a “well-placed source” told GeoffShackleford.com. The news was originally reported via Twitter by Links Magazine. Norman was the first golf analyst FOX hired after acquiring U.S. Open rights in 2014 and has served just one year on the network’s golf coverage. (Geoff Shackleford)
Flores Possibly Leaving ESPN
- ESPN SportsCenter anchor Robert Flores is rumored to be leaving for MLB Network by the start of baseball season, The Big Lead reported Friday. Flores, who has been with ESPN for more than a decade, would also contribute to NHL Network, which is run by MLB Advanced Media. According to the report, the potential moves are “not yet set in stone.” (The Big Lead)
Nichols Possibly Hosting New Show
- Returning ESPN reporter Rachel Nichols could host an “early afternoon NBA show” for the network, Sports Illustrated reported Sunday. Nichols spent the past three years working for CNN and Turner Sports, primarily covering the NBA for the latter. ESPN has yet to officially announce Nichols’ return. (SI.com)
