ESPN’s Robert Flores is leaving the network. In other news, ESPN has reached an extension with Ramona Shelburne and CBS Corporation has a new chairman.
Flores Leaving
- ESPN SportsCenter anchor Robert Flores announced Thursday that he will be leaving the network “in a few weeks.” The Big Lead reported his impending departure last month. Flores, who had been with ESPN since 2005, said he had been given the opportunity to join ESPN’s new SportsCenter AM show but wanted “more security, more creativity.” He did not name his new employer (The Big Lead named MLB Network and NHL Network as his destinations), but said it will announce his arrival next month. (Facebook)
Shelburne Staying
- ESPN has reached a multi-year contract extension with NBA reporter Ramona Shelburne, who will have a regular role on its new Rachel Nichols-hosted NBA show The Jump. Shelburne, in her seventh year with ESPN, will also make expanded appearances on the network’s various daily programs — including Around the Horn and Pardon the Interruption. (ESPN Media Zone)
Moonves Ascending
- CBS Corporation president and CEO Les Moonves has been named executive chairman of the company, it was announced Wednesday. Moonves replaces Sumner Redstone in that position, who resigned after weeks of speculation about his health. (CBS Corporation)
