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New face on Rip City?

Surprised to see Jason Benetti filling in for Kevin Calabro on a Portland Trailblazers game Wednesday night on the CW.   He's in the hunt for the big upcoming NBC Sunday Night Baseball gig, has been the voice of the AL Chisox and Tigers and worked with Seattle's Brock Huard on Fox college football.  A cerebral palsy patient, he has carved out quite a rep in sportscasting.  Strong talent and versatile.

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  1. Rhett WorkmanFebruary 12, 2026 at 6:55 AM

    He did substitute work for them last year as well. Should mention he has a new baseball employer - MLB took over the Tigers local TV deal on Monday

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  2. Wayne LFebruary 12, 2026 at 8:28 AM

    Ah, I hadn't seen him before, just happened upon the Blazers telecast but not really interested in the team. He's a good one to survive all the media machinations.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2026 at 2:25 PM

    Calabro getting ready to be the new voice of the Sonics in a couple years.

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    1. Wayne LFebruary 12, 2026 at 3:45 PM

      Could not agree more for KC to be back at courtside. Love his speed and style.

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