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Karl Ravech departure from ESPN

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Following a round of layoffs at ESPN in July 2026 that affected more than ten staff members, veteran broadcaster Karl Ravech reached an agreement to continue performing specific on-air assignments. Despite his departure after 33 years with the network, Ravech remained scheduled to call MLB games and serve as the lead voice for the Little League World Series in August 2026. In mid-August, Ravech addressed his departure during an appearance on ‘Westwood One Sports Night’. He described the media attention surrounding his layoff as ‘surreal’ but stated he has ‘literally no ill will’ toward ESPN, expressing gratitude for his tenure at the network. Ravech officially concluded his 33-year career at ESPN following the Little League World Series championship game, which served as his final broadcast. During the event, colleagues provided an emotional send-off, including a presentation from Eduardo Pérez. Reports indicate that Ravech would have been open to discussing a reduced workload or salary to maintain his position, but stated that ESPN never initiated such a conversation. His departure was part of a broader series of layoffs at ESPN and its parent company, The Walt Disney Company, which included personalities such as Cam Newton, Ryan Clark, and Tom Pelissero. ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitarof attributed these staffing changes to the integration of the NFL Network into the company’s structure.

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