As we head toward the 2014 finish line, it’s time for some Best and Worst in Sports Media Awards. These are just my own opinions, so feel free to tail or fade. Comments certainly welcome - reply to this thread with your thoughts! I want to drag this out for the rest of the year, so I’ll choose just one best or worst each day.
Best TV Play by Play: Brent Musburger. My longtime favorite for two major reasons. First, Musburger never tries to overshadow the event he’s broadcasting. The game is the star and he’s just our friendly guide. Secondly, he respects his audience. Musburger understands a significant percentage of the viewers have action, or at the very least want to know what “Vegas” thinks about the game. Bottom line is that if I know Brent Musburger is doing a game, I’m probably watching and enjoying.
One quick note regarding Musburger’s own betting habits. There’s this myth that he’s got big bucks on all or at least many of the games he’s broadcasting. Not true. Musburger likes to play some sports when he’s in Las Vegas. He’s strictly recreational, $50 neighborhood, and he likes the sports book atmosphere. He’s also very cordial to fans from all accounts. That’s from the guys behind the counter, by the way, and when it comes to judging the players, they’re the best source around.
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