Posted on 03/03/2020 9:49:16 AM PST by conservative98
News veterans Shepard Smith, Steve Kornacki and Joy Reid are all on the shortlist to take over Chris Matthews’ abruptly vacated seat on MSNBC’s “Hardball,” sources told The Post.
The legendary political journalist surprised viewers Monday when he abruptly announced his retirement in the wake of accusations that he acted inappropriately toward a female guest, leaving Kornacki, a national political correspondent, to fill in.
In addition to Kornacki, who is known for giving analysis of polls and election results, network brass are also thinking of giving “Hardball” to Reid, who hosts, MSNBC’s popular weekend show “AM Joy.”
Reid frequently substitutes for other MSNBC hosts, including Chris Hayes and Rachel Maddow.
Meanwhile, Smith, who quit his Fox News show “Shepard Smith Reporting” in October, is preparing for a return to TV in the summer and is also being considered, sources said.
The “Hardball” 7 p.m. slot is a tricky slot to fill, according to one senior news TV source.
“It comes straight after the evening news, when viewers want anchors to weigh in with their own thoughts and analysis — not just read the headlines, so it’s a tough gig,” the source said.
Smith has been off-air since asking Fox to cut him from his contract so he could start “a new chapter,” saying: “After requesting that I stay, they graciously obliged.”
His exit came after he had signed a new, multi-year contract extending his role with Fox in 2018, according to reports.
Matthews abruptly retired from his longtime role as host of “Hardball” on Monday night following an allegation that he “inappropriately flirted” with a female guest.
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Good, all worthless.
But would need to change the name to SOFTBALL.
The term “legendary” is so overused that it means as much as “truth.”
And grapefruits everywhere say "Hey, what the heck...."
Joi already has a soapbox for her daily doses of Race Baiting. I don’t know Steve K.
Jimi Hendrix wants to ask Shephard Smith;
“Are you experienced?”
Like him or not, Shep has more on camera experience than most out of work anchors. So he will probably get it.
No doubt, he is chompin’ at the bit to talk about the president.
MSLSD just where Shemp belongs.
I know I won't sleep until it's decided.
Bwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahahahahahaa!!
Make it JOYLESS!!
Or “icon”. If I read about one more lip syncing karaoke performer described as an “icon” I’m going to puke. At the last Superbowl they called lip synching karaoke performers Jennifer Lopez and Shakira as “global icons” What the hell? So according to the media they are as equal as Jesus when it comes to veneration.
Shep? They can have him, the show would be a disaster. Why not hire Megan.
I bet they choose Shep. He’s safe with regard to harassing women.
Where is Meagan Kelly?
One way trip to Palookaville.
Imagine the drama Sheppie would be spreading right now about the coronavirus.
Why don’t they just expand that Maddow dudes’ show if it’s supposed to be so great?
My advice is drop Hardball completely, if Matthews got canned because of ratings the choices above won’t cause a thrill up anyone’s leg either. My choice is Sara Carter if they want a winner or else disembowel the show complete!
“Added to reports of the network tiring of Matthews — and Hardball’s lackluster ratings — the idea the longstanding host is on his way out doesn’t sound so far-fetched. “
https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/is-chris-matthews-about-to-be-replaced-at-msnbc.html/
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