Bart Scott Exits ESPN After Show Layoffs

Scott’s Departure Details

Bart Scott has been let go from ESPN as part of the network’s latest round of cuts, ending his stint as co‑host on Bart & Carlin on ESPN New York. The move was reported by Front Office Sports, and Scott’s longtime partner Chris Carlin addressed the news on Tuesday’s program. Carlin declined to comment on Scott’s future, saying he’d “rather let Bart speak for himself when he’s ready.” He also described Scott as “a brother” and emphasized the personal toll of repeated layoffs.

Career Timeline: WFAN to ESPN

Scott and Carlin first teamed up at WFAN alongside Maggie Gray in January 2018, a high‑profile effort to fill Mike Francesa’s afternoon drive slot. When Francesa returned from a brief retirement, the show was trimmed to an earlier timeslot and lasted only a few months. Carlin was released about 19 months after the show launched, and Scott left on his own terms soon thereafter. Scott then joined ESPN New York, initially pairing with Michael Kay before moving into a full‑time co‑hosting role with Alan Hahn in January 2020. The duo reconvened for a daily show in December 2024, a move hailed as the station’s first true all‑local daytime commitment in over 23 years.

Impact on ESPN New York

Andrew Marchand of The Athletic confirmed that Scott’s departure leaves Chris Carlin hosting ESPN New York’s 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. slot solo. The station has not announced a replacement for the Bart & Carlin program, leaving a vacancy in its afternoon lineup. Carlin’s continued presence on the air underscores the network’s reliance on veteran local talent during a period of restructuring.

Wider ESPN Layoff Wave

Scott is one of several high‑profile figures cut in ESPN’s summer reshuffle. Ryan Clark, the NFL analyst who co‑hosted NFL Live, learned of his dismissal live on air. Longtime MLB anchor Karl Ravech was let go after 33 years with the network. NFL Network analyst Charles Davis is out, though his CBS duties remain intact. Additional losses include SportsCenter anchor David Lloyd, injury expert Stephania Bell, reporter Tom Pelissero, and First Take contributor Cam Newton. ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro linked the cuts to the integration of NFL assets acquired earlier this year, a shift that has re‑shaped programming priorities.

What This Means Going Forward

The radio market loses a recognizable voice, and local fans may see more solo hosts on New York sports stations. For ESPN, the cuts signal a strategic pivot toward consolidated football content and leaner daytime schedules. Observers will watch for any new pairings or solo projects that could fill the void left by Scott and Carlin. The broader industry trend suggests further adjustments may be forthcoming as networks balance local flavor with national sports rights.