"Maybe this is just like a school district cutting educational resources after undergoing $200 million in renovations that featured several athletic upgrades, but Marquee Sports Network's recent cuts don't look like a good sign. As Jeff Agrest of the Sun-Times was first to report, the Cubs-owned broadcast arm has parted ways with GM Diane Penny, director of content Tony Andracki, and reporter Andy Martinez. Marquee is apparently not seeking to replace them."
"Agrest reports that Cubs chief commercial officer Colin Faulkner will take over game coverage and production, along with marketing and talent. That's a lot of responsibility for someone who apparently has little to no experience in television. Several other roles have been rearranged or outsourced in an effort to trim costs and streamline efforts, though it's hard to see how this will help the production quality of a network that has struggled from the start."
Marquee Sports Network eliminated its GM Diane Penny, director of content Tony Andracki, and reporter Andy Martinez without immediate replacements. Cubs and Sinclair resources will temporarily fill leadership duties while future leadership needs are assessed. Cubs chief commercial officer Colin Faulkner assumed game coverage, production, marketing, and talent responsibilities despite limited television experience. Several roles were rearranged or outsourced to trim costs and streamline operations, raising concerns about production quality and the network's app. Marquee previously missed the RSN boom due to existing deals with WGN and CSN Chicago and adopted outside leadership that altered its local feel. High subscription costs and limited carriage add frustration.
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