Controversial host Keith Olbermann out at ESPN [View all]

[TexasTowelie]

For the second time, Keith Olbermann will be departing ESPN.

The controversial broadcaster will leave after his contract expires July 31. The news was first reported Wednesday afternoon by James Andrew Miller, the author of the best-selling book "These Guys Have All the Fun" about ESPN.

Per Miller, Olbermann's departure was labeled as a "business decision" by ESPN management. Olbermann is the second big name to leave ESPN this year, following Bill Simmons, whose contract wasn't renewed.

ESPN later issued a statement about Olbermann:

"Keith is a tremendous talent who has consistently done timely, entertaining and thought-provoking work since returning to ESPN. While the show's content was distinctive and extremely high quality, we ultimately made a business decision to move in another direction. We wish Keith nothing but the best and trust that his skill and ability will lead him to another promising endeavor."

Read more: http://www.chron.com/sports/article/Report-Keith-Olbermann-out-at-ESPN-6373748.php