ESPN anchor Kenny Mayne reveals he s leaving the cable giant after 27 years, joking that he s a salary cap casualty, as host Chris Berman signs a multi-year extension to continue his network tenure that began in 1979
ESPN made two significant roster moves on Monday, cutting ties to anchor Kenny Mayne after 27 years, while re-signing Chris Berman to a multi-year deal
The two decisions were revealed on Monday afternoon, beginning with the 61-year-old Mayne, who joked on Twitter that he was a salary cap casualty
The New York Post reported that Mayne was offered a pay cut, but declined
Known for his dry delivery, which was drenched in sarcasm, Mayne was once a UNLV quarterback, but moved to journalism and joined the network in 1994
ESPN announces new deal for Chris Berman on same day Kenny Mayne tweets he’s leaving the Worldwide Leader
Posted May 11, 5:15 AM
ESPN announced a new deal Monday with legendary anchor Chris Berman.Phil McCarten/Invision/AP
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You say goodbye, I say hello.
Kenny Mayne announced on Monday he is departing ESPN, calling himself a “salary cap casualty.” The 61-year-old Mayne, who had been with the Worldwide Leader for 27 years, broke the news on Twitter.
I am leaving ESPN. Salary cap casualty. Thanks for the opportunity Vince Doria & Al Jaffe & for taking my solicitations Herman/Stinton/Lynch. I will miss the people. I will miss the vending machine set up over by the old Van Pelt joint. We had everything. IntoTheGreatWideOpen#
Clara Gaspar
Updated: May 11 2021, 10:54 ET
KENNY Mayne is a much-loved sports anchor, known for his dry humor and hilarious sayings.
But the TV star has announced he will be leaving ESPN. Here s what we know about his departure.
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Who is Kenny Mayne?
Kenny Mayne, 61, is a popular SportsCenter anchor and ESPN personality.
Mayne has always had a keen interest in sports. He played football for two seasons at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Kenny started out serving as a freelance reporter and field producer for ESPN from 1990-1994.
He officially joined the network in 1994, covering their motorsports and horse racing coverage.
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What is Kenny Mayne’s net worth? ESPN host leaves role after 27 years
We explore Kenny Mayne’s net worth and salary following the news that the sportscaster is leaving ESPN after 27 years.
Taking to Twitter this week, the ESPN host and sports media personality announced that he is departing from the network.
Media attention turned on Kenny’s salary and net worth as many fans want to know more details about his career.
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Kenny Mayne leaves ESPN
On Monday (May 10th), Kenny Mayne announced that he is leaving ESPN after working for the network for 27 years.