Radio / Television News

Sportsnet renovating its news presentation

TORONTO – It looks as though having the anchors ditch their ties is not the only changes planned for Rogers Sportsnet's nightly news programs. On January 8, Sportsnet Connected hits the airwaves, "providing viewers with a fresh, innovative, informative and entertaining approach to delivering sports news and information," says today's press release. “Sports fans are looking for a new dynamic approach,” said Dave Akande, vice-president content, Rogers Sportsnet. “By injecting a new level of entertainment which includes a new set, new music and graphics in a fast-paced, fun and informative package Sportsnet Connected delivers.” Sportsnet Connected replaces Sportsnetnews as the...