Ernie Johnson on leave of absence

Ernie Johnson, the longtime host of MLB coverage on TBS, has announced he will take a leave of absence for the remainder of the baseball season due to a family matter. Johnson expressed gratitude to TNT Sports for allowing him this time away and stated he looks forward to returning for the NBA season. In his absence, MLB Network's Greg Amsinger will take over hosting duties alongside studio analysts Pedro Martinez, Jimmy Rollins, and Curtis Granderson. This transition comes amid uncertainty surrounding Warner Bros. Discovery's NBA rights negotiations, raising questions about the future of 'Inside the NBA'. Johnson, a fixture on Turner Sports since 1990, will be missed during MLB broadcasts. Fans and colleagues alike are wishing him well during this personal time.