Warning: MLB’s opt dealings feel like the Pac-12

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.andrewmarchand.comFather’s Day Gift alert: You can give the gift that keeps on giving in Marchand Sports Media (link here) and we also have Papa Clicker’s Father Day’s Book Gift Guide.In the 34-minute sports media podcast, Andrew Marchand and Jon Meterparel provide inside information and opinions. Here’s what you need to know:* Why the MLB talks about ESPN opt out package feel a little like the Pac 12* Maybe MLB will have a great deal, but right now with NBC’s low bid and Apple without great distribution, will MLB be able to make up ESPN’s $550 million per year and reach* “Inside The NBA” says goodbye and hello all in one breath* Why Marchand thinks ESPN’s “Inside The NBA” will likely be same show as it has been on TNT* The NFL and ESPN talks have optimism on both sides that a media deal will get done. It’s not done yet.* What’s the real deal about Peter Schrager getting an ESPN show* The end of the NBA on TNT felt like …* What ESPN and TNT have done right on its NHL coverage* Why CBS’ Kate Scott and Champions League did so well* What Apple MLB TV analyst did very well* Which Fox Sports MLB analyst did Meterparel not enjoy. Longtime listeners will know* How Karl Ravech could get more out of David Cone & Eduardo Perez on SNB* Amazon vs. Fox on NASCAR* What do we think of the Big 10 TV draft and others* What do we think of Indiana-Oklahoma City Finals and ratings* Sponsor: WSC Sports … Tell them Marchand sent you* On Deck Thursday (or earlier): Tim Corrigan is The Main Event* Subscribe at AndrewMarchand.com