Another top Sportsnet reporter gets booted off the network

Only weeks after Sportsnet fired Jeff Marek, they've done it again, this time letting Christine Simpson go from their studios.

Lately, there have been rumbles concerning Sportsnet, with the latest murmurs centering around their popular 32 Thoughts podcast. Jeff Marek will not be returning after several years of co-hosting with Elliotte Friedman, as word has come out that he became embroiled in an investigation by the Nevada Gaming Control Board for allegedly leaking insider information for personal gain.

Now, Elliotte Friedman's paired up on the podcast with Kyle Bukauskas, but it seems more change was coming. Sportsnet just announced they are letting go of longtime on-air personality Christine Simpson, who has been with them since 1998. Despite the news, she's expressed her thanks for the opportunities throughout her career.

These two big departures in recent months have led to speculation of a wave of layoffs at Rogers Sportsnet. Fans are hoping these changes end up being a step forward, not a step back, for the network. Many are also hoping that no further analysts or beloved reporters lose their jobs.

Source: Daily Hockey DoseSecond major Sportsnet reporter let go weeks after Jeff Marek controversy

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