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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Yep. Black and female.
Give it to her.
And let it tank
Katie Hill. Edgy bi-sexual Pelosi acolyte from the bay area, media and throuple experienced.
They’re not going to waste the money they will have to spend on Shep’s contract for the political tv version of Red Rover.
Shep looks like Percy from The Green Mile.
Groota Thundermug can give environmental commentary,
They have to pick Joy. What a train wreck.
He prefers pitching to catching...
But he is a switch hitter..................
Hell, if it’s ratings they’re after, they should bring in Michael Moore and Rosie O’Donnell.
I vote for Donna Brazil.
Gives new meaning to batter up...
FOX should hire Kornacki - leave MSNBC to the pretentious men and angry bimbos...
He’s always in the hole and chokes up on a big fly...........
“Michael Moore and Rosie O’Donnell” ?
Well to fill the Matthew time spot I would recommend
Daffy Duck followed by Looney Tunes a perfect fit.
To GRAPEFRUITS... Grapefruits are smarter... 😋
In their defense, they probably can’t help it. It was one of the first truths they were fed in baby reporter school.
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