Jones Headed To Dallas May 2, 2008
It was just too neat, Chris Berman said. A Jones from Arkansas picking a Jones from Arkansas. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Bills Draft Recap May 2, 2008
Chris Berman will have a field day. He probably won't see the field a ton this season, with and having a step up on Corner. (BillsReport.com)
ESPN's draft coverage plan Apr 15, 2008
Chris Berman and Mel Kiper, Jr., will lead a team of analysts and reporters for ESPNs 29th year of covering the NFL Draft April 26-27. ESPNs 16 hours of live coverage over two days will be supplemented by Draft-related content on multiple ESPN platforms throughout the weekend, including ESPN Radio, ESPNEWS and ESPN.com. (JetsConfidential.com)
New big unit in the game Apr 13, 2008
"Etc.Touching the basesApropos of nothing: 1. Yes, Tigers outfielder Clete Thomas was named after Clete Boyer; 2. The Coca-Cola sign down the left-field line at Fenway is really cool; 3. Upon seeing the infamous hawk at Fenway, ESPN's Chris Berman looked skyward and said, "Hawk Harrelson. "; 4. It was 1,002 days between Troy Percival's 324th and 325th career saves; 5. I think Lou Merloni is one heck of a baseball analyst.Raves, but no savesNothing wrong with a manager sticking up for a... (Boston Globe)
Creature feature Apr 11, 2008
Sox hurler Clay Buchholz, Pats linebacker Eric Alexander, and ESPN's Chris Berman were at The Greatest Bar the other night. She's raised 'Rent' to a passion. (Boston Globe)
Augusta changes won't affect tradition Apr 10, 2008
One of the most talked-about new looks is the TV deal with ESPN, which will provide coverage today and tomorrow from 4-7 p.m. Augusta National chairman Billy Payne rejected a suggestion that tournament officials had offered the contract to the cable giant only on the grounds that flamboyant sports anchor Chris Berman not be involved. (He is not. (Boston Globe)
Masters is slowly changing with times Apr 10, 2008
If only Chris Berman were here. Cut to him as Vijay Singh goes for the green at No. 15: "Backbackbackback...". (USA Today -- Sports)
Streaming to your cell: The Masters Apr 9, 2008
But ESPN got to pick its own host naming Mike Tirico although Chris Berman has hosted its U.S. Open early rounds. (Meaning, Masters fans won't end up hearing about players like Curtis "People Are" Strange or David Toms "To Ground Control."). (USA Today -- Sports)
Augusta is Billy Payne's house Apr 6, 2008
Chris Berman will not be commenting on Stewart "Kitchen" Cink or Larry Mize "Eyes Have Seen the Glory.". "I wouldn't respond specifically to any talent," Payne said, ever diplomatically. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lobel had big impact on Boston sports Apr 3, 2008
"There was a time, years ago, when his good friend Chris Berman encouraged him to talk to the cable giant about working there. Lobel says he never seriously considered it."Now I say to myself, 'Why didn't I do that. " he acknowledged. "It was because I had a home here. (Boston Globe)
CBS' Davis nails trifecta of long shots Mar 24, 2008
ESPN's Chris Berman has some advice for people looking to land a job in sports TV. During a CenterStage interview with YES Network's Michael Kay, Berman cited a tip he received from a veteran broadcaster early in his career. "Don't ever be afraid to be a little pushy," Berman said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Fresh Betting Fool: Was Favre a choker? Mar 7, 2008
" I mean, who can resist watching Stuart Scott eat oatmeal with mouse ears on. Chris Berman stuck in the teacup ride, greased up and moaning. Skip Bayless, Dick Vitale and Stephen A. Smith in a "Shut The Hell Up" contest. First guy to stay silent for 30 seconds wins. Take a shower with Neil Everett! Watch Howie Schwab eat a 5-pound Pastrami and Swiss on rye! Without a napkin! Or hands! I'm definitely going next year. DUMBEST HIGHLIGHTS: The Greatest Highlight? As ESPN presented them the last... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Early to rise Mar 2, 2008
It s neat to have Gillette hockey get the recognition in an international event, Spiegelberg said, adding he told some of the boys that they d be interviewed by Chris Berman of ESPN.. Uhhh, that didn t happen. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Bob Smizik's sports chat 02/27/08 Feb 28, 2008
Ron_Burgendy: Did you see those Chris Berman videos from a few weeks back. What a jerk that guy is. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Boise State In Finals For Top Play In History Feb 27, 2008
The Greatest Highlight, hosted by Chris Berman, is a chance for voters to help determine the all-time best highlight in a tournament-style setting. Fans narrowed the list of 100 candidates to 16, and those finalists were then seeded in a highlight bracket where its a win or go home result for each highlight. (BroncoCountry.com)
THIS WEEK IN MEDIA: Emmitt's endorsement; studs & duds Feb 26, 2008
Among some notable examples: ESPN's Chris Berman donated money to Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman, and both CBS Sports head Sean McManus and NBC's Al Michaels gave money to the Bush-Cheney re-election bid. Krulewitz said he was aware of no restrictions regarding ESPN staffers donating money to a political candidate. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Love. Politics. Money. And Your Cowboys. Feb 25, 2008
POLITICS: Ive been a harsh critic of the TV work of old friend Emmitt Smith and that is on a stage where hes only asked by Chris Berman to discuss football, the single issue in the world he ought to be able to be eloquent about. So I was shocked to learn that Barack Obamas Dallas rally was highlighted by a speech by. (CowboyUpdate.com)
Kiper: McFadden not quite Peterson Feb 22, 2008
Kiper and that idiot, Chris Berman are the 2 main reasons that I never watch the draft. By LAFalcon. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Boise State Makes All-Time Top Four Plays Feb 22, 2008
The Greatest Highlight with Chris Berman is a chance for voters to help determine the all-time best highlight in a tournament-style setting. The field has been narrowed down from 100 candidates. (BroncoCountry.com)
DEADSPIN'S WILL LEITCH: Q&A on his site's role in sports Feb 16, 2008
SI.com: Two weeks ago you posted a never-seen-before eight-year-old of ESPN anchor Chris Berman having an off-camera meltdown ... Leitch: Sometimes I think there is this notion that I hate Chris Berman, and I am out to get him ... One of the many ethos behind Deadspin and the book is that to pretend somehow because Chris Berman talks about the game in a public capacity, rather than plays the game in a public capacity, somehow that means he is any less of a personality in the sports world than... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Fox's Daytona coverage a big deal Feb 15, 2008
Videos of ESPN's Chris Berman using profanity, off-camera, on ABC's Monday Night Football studios in 1999 and 2000, are bouncing around online. (On the TV news side, footage of Katie Couric showing the CBS News anchor using off-camera profanity on CBS' New Hampshire primary coverage are also traveling through cyberspace. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bronco Statue Of Liberty In All-Time Top 8 Feb 15, 2008
The Greatest Highlight with Chris Berman is a chance for voters to help determine the all-time best highlight in a tournament-style setting. The top 100 plays of all-time were originally chosen to compete and that field has been narrowed down to 16. (BroncoCountry.com)
Jerry Micco's sports chat transcript 02/13/08 Feb 14, 2008
Jerry Micco: Wow, a Chris Berman hater. I've seen that video. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Time runs out on HBO's 'Inside the NFL' Feb 8, 2008
Some of the celebs fall into the whatever-happened-to category think GlennFrey, Michael Bolton, Huey Lewis and Peter Ueberroth while others are otherwise never seen on CBS, such as NBC's Al Michaels and ABC/ESPN's Chris Berman and Bob Griese. McCord critiques the mainstays likely to get air time. (USA Today -- Sports)
Stars Shine At Pebble Beach This Week Feb 8, 2008
Kenny G and ESPN's Chris Berman took the top prize, but Costner, Don Cheadle and Andy Garcia helped draw a crowd. Comedian George Lopez was a fan favorite. (NBC 11, CA)
MEDIA POWER RANKINGS: Who's making the most news Feb 8, 2008
Will Leitch, Deadspin editor: With a marketing onslaught from publisher Harper Collins that brings to mind Hannibal's cavalry, a literary agent (ICM's Kate Lee) who presses harder than Nolan Richardson, and of Chris Berman melting down on camera, the Deadspin editor had a very good January. Leitch's book, God Save The Fan, was released to mostly positive reviews, and no doubt drew the ire of the folks in Bristol. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
POP CULTURE HOT LIST: Ten celebs, athletes making news Feb 7, 2008
SI.com - Extra Mustard - Arash Markazi: Pop Culture Hot List - Wednesday February 6, 2008 12:35PM. Posted: Wednesday February 6, 2008 12:35PM; Updated: Wednesday February 6, 2008 12:59PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
TV Errors Rob Thousands Of Super Bowl Feb 6, 2008
Wednesday, February 6, 2008, 8:57 am. Elsa/Getty ImagesEli Manning. (WNBC.com, NY)
Forbes.com: Madden heads list of top sportscasters Feb 5, 2008
Madden heads list of top sportscasters - Forbes. $7 online stock trades. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Super Bowl Draws Record Audience Feb 5, 2008
Record Audience Watches Super Bowl XLII - Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
Thousands Left Without Super Bowl On TV Feb 4, 2008
TV Errors Rob Thousands Of Super Bowl - Entertainment News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
Giants Shock Patriots To Win Super Bowl Feb 4, 2008
New York Pulls Giant Upset In Super Bowl - Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
All-Time Best Super Bowl Ads Feb 2, 2008
Saturday, February 2, 2008, 8:30 am. E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. (WNBC.com, NY)
It's not easy to knock your Sox off Feb 1, 2008
"19-0 is unbelievable," said ESPN sports guru Chris Berman. "It doesn't come around very often. But I think in the New England region - after all those stories I heard about people visiting gravesites of loved ones after the Sox won - I think you have to go with the Red Sox' win. But that's just in the region.". (Boston Globe)
Super For Arizona? Feb 1, 2008
Twelve years ago, I happened to be in a men s room at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, at the same time as Chris Berman, the ESPN announcer. A fine man and a sage, Mr. Berman announced to all within earshot, This is the best place in the stadium. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Bills' Everett Keeps Up Incredible Recovery Feb 1, 2008
Bills' Everett Continues Amazing Recovery - Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
23-17? Brady Responds To Burress Feb 1, 2008
Brady Responds To Burress' Game Prediction - Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
TV's Most Influential Sportscasters Jan 29, 2008
"But if you can explain it so my wife can understand it, you will appeal to a lot more people.To find which sportscasters wield the most influence, we first compiled a list of the leading TV sportscasters working for a national audience, with the assistance of Chelesnik and Sports Media Challenge, a Charlotte, N.C., sports marketing and consulting firm.To winnow our list to the 10 most influential, we turned to Omnicom subsidiary The Marketing Arm's Davie-Brown Index, which uses survey data to... (Forbes -- Business)
Party like a pro at theSuper Bowl Jan 25, 2008
The Phoenician ResortIndividual tickets for the Super Bowl Host Committee's Big Ticket Gala at the Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale range from $1,250 to $10,000 for this black-tie event on Wednesday, Jan. 30, with ESPN's Chris Berman hosting and Jay Leno headlining ... Headliner Jay Leno will help lighten things up, and ESPNs Chris Berman hosts the evening. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Good Sports: Arnold, TrinityOne Form Pact Jan 14, 2008
Chris Berman, longtime ESPN personality, is also a client. Arnold's move is par for the course among agencies of all sizes seeking to fuse commerce and content in an ever more complex media landscape. (AdWeek)
Charity events Jan 5, 2008
Exclusive guests, VIPs and celebrities join Chris Berman, host of ESPN SportsCenter, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, 20 NFL Hall of Fame inductees and talk-show host Jay Leno. Proceeds will benefit the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. (AZCentral -- News)
FULL STORY > Jan 1, 2008
Now Leitch has compiled all those anchors' peccadilloes in a book, "God Save the Fan," in which he strikes back at ESPN with tales of bizarre off-air behavior by Chris Berman, Scott Van Pelt and Sean Salisbury, among others. In "God Save the Fan," due out from HarperCollins on Jan. 22, Leitch recalls the time back in the '90s when Berman, who goes by the nickname "The Swami" on air, walked into a bar, "waddled up to a woman clad in leather, pointed at her, and bellowed, 'You're with me,... (New York Post -- Gossip)
Seeking the next Chris Berman: College journalists will get chance to train with ESPNU Dec 7, 2007
2:05 p.m. December 6, 2007. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Calling games on an ESPN network will no longer be just a fantasy for college journalism students. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Heisman win by Tebow won't start a trend Dec 5, 2007
And if Florida quarterback Tim Tebow doesnt leave Manhattan with the hardware, it will be a bigger shock than Chris Berman narrating a highlight reel without once sounding like someone is dropping ice cubes in his pants. But just because the 20-year-old Tebow has finally broken the psychological barrier that had reserved the trophy almost exclusively to seniors with the occasional junior thrown in, dont expect it to become a trend. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Vinny Knows Thanksgiving Cooking Nov 23, 2007
While many of his teammates will spend their free time watching Chris Berman and others on ESPN, youll find Ciurciu is invariably watching Rachel Ray and the gang on the Food Network. Im a huge fan of the Food Network, Ciurciu said. (VikingUpdate.com)
What's the most annoying sports cliche? Nov 20, 2007
Whether I win or lose this debate (and, to borrow a mangled Chris Berman cliche, "I can smell the jugular") all that matters is I bring my A-game while giving a workmanlike effort. Clichemaster Marc is a tough competitor, a class act and a fantastic lag putter from 3-feet and in. (North County Times)
Super Bowl packages lavish workers Nov 18, 2007
Dinner at the Phoenician Resort in Phoenix, including entertainment by Tonight Show host Jay Leno, and appearances by ESPN anchor Chris Berman, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and 20 Hall of Fame inductees. Commemorative gift for all guests. (AZCentral -- News)
Beaten, but winning Nov 18, 2007
Among the many phrases coined by ESPN icon Chris Berman is, "Nobody circles the wagons like the Buffalo Bills.". This season, the Bills, owners of a four-game win streak entering tonight's game against the Patriots at Ralph Wilson Stadium, have turned the ebullient broadcaster into a sage. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Hash House Harriers run into serious drama Nov 13, 2007
ESPN/ABC swept the No. 1 seeds Pam Ward, Joe Morgan, Chris Berman and Jim Gray, respectively but the most intriguing first-round pairing might be ESPN loudmouths Stephen A. Smith and Lee Corso, seeded 4-5 in the studio-host category. TRIVIA ANSWER. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Shea's eavesdrops Oct 25, 2007
-- Around the batting cage, ESPN's Chris Berman was comparing Tulowitzki's arm with Chris Speier's. An avid Giants follower, Berman said he was most fond of the '71 team that included Speier, then a rookie shortstop. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Brooklyn has a special birthday gift for Dr. Z. Oct 25, 2007
He said he could rarely turn on the TV without seeing his "ugly mug" or hearing ESPN's Chris Berman belt out "My Bironas" to the tune of The Knack's "My Sharona" during highlights of the game ... "I worked a long time to get here," said Bironas, "so anytime Chris Berman is saying my name, I take it as an acknowledgement of all the hard work I have put in to get where I am.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Can Brady's bunch be stopped? Oct 23, 2007
You knew Bironas -- who beat Indy last year with a 60-yard walk-off field goal -- was special in that he's been tagged with a Chris Berman nickname. Now this. (USA Today -- Sports)
Leno to return to host Super Bowl black-tie gala Oct 14, 2007
ESPN anchor Chris Berman will emcee the event. For tickets, e-mail. (AZCentral -- News)
Royal Review: WVU - Syracuse Oct 9, 2007
ESPNs Chris Berman has a famous line, lifted from Keith Jackson, about rumbling, bumbling, stumbling, and Keilen Dykes' second quarter interception and 19-yard run for a touchdown had a little of all three. 9. (BlueGoldNews.com)
»Commentary: On the verge of history, where does Favre stand all-time? Sep 30, 2007
Chris Berman, of ESPN, put it best when he said, Pulling against Brett Favre is like pulling against America. I agree. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Cabela's incentives discussed during forum Sep 12, 2007
Did you really believe Chris Berman when he said Buffalo would beat Denver on Sunday. " To the "YES" Voters wrote on Sep 11, 2007 3:35 PM:" What makes you people think Cabelas is paying wages higher than $8-$10/hour. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Networks refine rosters Sep 6, 2007
Parcells won't work on Sundays but will be an analyst on "Monday Night Countdown," joining Chris Berman, Tom Jackson, Johnson and others on a set in ESPN's Bristol, Conn. studios. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Monster Park field named for Walsh at public memorial for coach Aug 12, 2007
Friday's service, which was emceed by ESPN sportscaster Chris Berman, followed a private ceremony the day before at Stanford Memorial Church. As on Thursday, DeBartolo, quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young, U.S. Sen. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Updated Information On Walsh Public Memorial Aug 12, 2007
Veteran ESPN anchor Chris Berman will serve as emcee for the public memorial service for Bill Walsh Friday, August 10 at Monster Park. The service will begin at 11 a.m.. (Gostanford.com)
Bill Walsh Field Aug 11, 2007
" Friday's service, which was emceed by ESPN sportscaster Chris Berman, followed a private ceremony the day before at Stanford Memorial Church. As on Thursday, DeBartolo, quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young, U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein and others offered moving tributes to Walsh, who was also remembered with a video montage that played on the stadium's large screen. The stage of Friday's ceremony was placed in the stadium's northern end zone, where -- as noted by several speakers -- the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Public Memorial Held For Bill Walsh Friday In San Francisco Aug 11, 2007
Chris Berman of ESPN was the emcee for the event with guest speakers including Gavin Newsom, Charlie Young, Dianne Feinstein, Dennis Green, Dwight Hicks, Steve Young, Carmen Policy, Eddie DeBartolo, Jr. and Joe Montana. Walsh passed away at the age of 75 on July 30 after a long battle with leukemia. (Pac-10.org)
Walsh Public Memorial Draws Thousands Aug 11, 2007
ESPN's Chris Berman hosted the event. Young described Walsh as a great football strategist who frustrated opponents with his plays on offense. (NBC 11, CA)
Variety of dignitaries set to honor Walsh Aug 9, 2007
Veteran ESPN anchor Chris Berman will serve as master of ceremonies. The program will include an eight-minute video tribute produced by NFL Films. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Moore stays quiet on manager situation Aug 3, 2007
You get so excited that you call the radio station, the newspaper and Chris Berman. What would Moore think of that. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
A Homer worth remembering Jul 26, 2007
Fire ESPN's Chris Berman. One Homer Simpson on television is enough. (AZCentral -- Sports)
