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Jeff Marek no longer with Sportsnet - Unknown why

The only things I can think of with regards to ''draft related reasons'':

- He wasn't happy with being put in the ''you will only interview the prospects for 30-40 seconds after they are drafted role'' on their 1st round broadcast and made it clear to SN. He used to be the host of their round 1 coverage, so they clearly demoted him.

- During one of those interviews he crossed the line/said something that got him fired. :dunno:
 
Was extremely curious what happened as well. No traditional 32 thoughts post free agency episode, Marek didn't even do his own shows after the draft.
 
I feel like TNT prefers to hire people who would actually be entertaining.

Newest TNT hire:

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This would suck if true. Hope if it is, he finds another outlet quickly. Listening to his stuff is one of the few ways that I get through a workday.
Career wise, he's 55 and departing from one of the big 2 networks, what are his options? Is he that major a name that TSN would pick him up given the people they already have? Doubt it.

Would anyone consider him a needle mover? Probably not.

See where he ends up landing.
 
Career wise, he's 55 and departing from one of the big 2 networks, what are his options? Is he that major a name that TSN would pick him up given the people they already have? Doubt it.

Would anyone consider him a needle mover? Probably not.

Maybe he slides into SDPN like CJ has?

Or Turner sees a glorious opportunity for a host?
 
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I've always liked Marek. Seems like a pretty affable guy and a huge nerd on hockey history. Also loved the Pod and his chemistry with Friedman.

I think both guys make excellent podcasters, actually, and come off a bit more awkward and stifled on live television.
Marek is one of the most knowledgeable, well rounded minds in the hockey media world. Obviously knows a ton about the NHL, the CHL/prospects, and hockey history in general. Dialed into what is going on in hockey, always been a big fan of his.
 

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