Bob Costas joins CNN as a contributor

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After a four-decade career on NBC, Costas is joining CNN to provide commentary "on a wide range of sports-related issues as the industry adapts to new challenges posed by the coronavirus and the frequent intersection of sports with larger societal issues," CNN said in a statement. Costas worked at NBC Sports from 1980 until he left by a mutual agreement to end his contract early in 2019. “Bob Costas is a legendary, respected voice across the spectrum of sports and beyond," said CNN president Jeff Zucker. "As the world continues to change amid the coronavirus pandemic, we are confident that Bob’s insightful analysis will help our viewers better understand what the future holds as the sports and teams we love evolve to meet this moment." Costas, who will continue working on MLB Network, said of joining CNN: “CNN’s willingness to devote time and attention to sports related topics, makes it a good fit for me.”