Overview

• ESPN announced it will end the Los Angeles-based edition of 'SportsCenter,' with the final broadcast scheduled for May 16, 2025.
• The decision affects 35 employees, who have been offered the option to relocate to Bristol, Connecticut, or accept severance packages.
• ESPN's soccer studio shows will also move from Los Angeles to Bristol as part of the relocation plan.
• The Los Angeles Production Center will continue to host NBA studio programming, maintaining a partial presence on the West Coast.
• The move reflects ESPN's broader strategy to address cord-cutting challenges and focus on direct-to-consumer streaming services.