RedOctober3829 said:
No but I'd have to imagine this is it for him outside of the Patriots pre and post game show.
Gresh out from the Sports Hub
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No but I'd have to imagine this is it for him outside of the Patriots pre and post game show.
The whole show was talking like Gresh was going to be on next week in the first 20 minutes of the show today.
I'm still trying to figure out what Gresh meant when he said "Don't believe everything you hear" to a caller after the story of his departure broke. The only thing I've heard is that his contract at TSH was not renewed and he was going to be replaced by Bertrand on the 10-2 show.
That's what I figured, but it was almost like Gresh was referencing some kind of a smear campaign that I wasn't aware of. The EEI folks don't seem to have a problem saying Salk was basically an asshat on the air, so it didn't seem to be out of the realm of possibility. I could definitely see his open disdain for Felger (the star of the station) or his high opinion of himself (possibly asking for big contract) helping hasten his exit from TSH.Chad Finn said:
In Chad's chat today it was mentioned he might be on for a couple days next week but he's definitely done.
Gresh is getting bounced from the top rated sports show in it's slot because of his behavior. That's gotta hurt.
Gresh is getting bounced from the top rated sports show in it's slot because of his behavior. That's gotta hurt.
Yeah but it's too bad that that Gresh's knowledge of "a sport" is rendered useless for roughly 7 months come Monday. Gresh is fairly knowledgeable about football but his football knowledge gets buoyed by his utter lack of any knowledge of the other main sports.
I like both Gresh and Zo because they're not pretentious at all about the sports they know little about. For example, hockey. I certainly don't look to them for analysis, but they're enthusiastic fans and are fun to listen to before a big playoff game.NDame616 said:
He hadn't slept at all when he was on with toucher and rich. And that was around 8am est.Patriot_Reign said:
redsoxcentury said:
"Sleep?! Who needs sleep? Sleep is for losers! When you win, you don't go to bed!"
I'm kind of surprised that they are still allowing him on the air if he's going to be off the show soon.
HomeBrew1901 said:
When Gresh and Zo got canned in Providence, The Score didn't allow them a sendoff. Either the station was not very gracious or the station worried one or both would be a loose cannon knowing they are lame ducks. I can't see Gresh pulling a full Pete Sheppard though if he still wants viable work in this market.
RedOctober3829 said:
That's my thought too. It seems like the entire crew is still in Phoenix so wait to they get back to make the switch.
Harry Hooper said:
No they are both out from the Game Day gig. There will be an entirely new host and analyst on pre and post game next year.
I actually like Gresh to a degree, and agree with the above. I think he's earned the right to have a "good bye" moment when his last day comes up, and I think management will give it to him. He's been a class act so far regarding this change, and has avoided numerous opportunities to take shots at his bosses or ownership. I'll miss G&Z during football season, and though I think they're ok with hockey, that duo is lost with basketball and baseball.
I think that his contract might have run out on Feb 1 but due to the Pats extended playoff run and winning the Super Bowl, the powers that be let him complete the season. Football is Gresh's best sport obviously. If the crews were going to be in Phoenix last week, it made no sense to break up the continuity of two shows during Super Bowl Week. In addition, with Zo broadcasting the game last night, it created logistical issues today. He probably officially exits the show next Monday.HomeBrew1901 said:
New Beetle/Zo show starts 2/17, so gresh may have a few more days. I was never sure of the exact date.
NDame616 said:
It seems like an ideal time to launch a new show. It's just about the deadest time of year in sports. NFL is done. Spring Training is just starting. NHL/NBA regular seasons are still a few weeks away from the "home stretch". Still two+ weeks out from March Madness.
The dead time lets you put two guys together, let them settle in and develop a bit of chemistry and rhythm before things really heat up.
Patriot_Reign said:
Could you elaborate as to what his behavior was that got him fired as I haven't heard anything about this before, I'd appreciate it.
Beetle and Zo is not a good mix IMO.
Beetle has little kids and at least one of Zo's kids is in HS, which limits travel due to sports. Also, I wonder if Beetle will be taking over game day duties as he's been doing the Patriots.com pre &NDame616 said:
post for at least two seasons now.
Has Gresh gotten out of his denial mode yet?
haven't heard Beetle acknowledge on F&M that he is leaving to take over
haven't heard Beetle acknowledge on F&M that he is leaving to take over
98.5 has officially announced the move. Bertrand to also host Patriots pre and post game.
Interesting in that article it says that Gresh will work with the Sports Hub in a variety of roles.
http://boston.cbslocal.com/2015/02/12/marc-bertrand-to-join-scott-zolak-as-midday-co-host-on-98-5-the-sports-hub/
Interesting in that article it says that Gresh will work with the Sports Hub in a variety of roles.
http://boston.cbslocal.com/2015/02/12/marc-bertrand-to-join-scott-zolak-as-midday-co-host-on-98-5-the-sports-hub/
The release coincided with Felger making the announcement on-air. Reading from the concocted "press release" and feigning total surprise.
jsinger121 said:
Reminiscent of Dale Arnold's boot from the old Dale & Holley mid-day show (or Mut for that matter). I'd imagine that translates to "he's still under contract and we don't want to buy him out, so he'll fill in here and there".
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