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Report: ESPN hires fiery John Tortorella as studio analyst; instant ratings gold

Aug 11, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella gestures as he speaks to his players in game one of the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs against Tampa Bay LIghtning at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Nothing drums up ratings like a little controversy. A report has surfaced indicating ESPN is set to hire John Tortorella as a studio analyst for next season’s coverage.

John Tortorella on TV could be ratings gold

Make no mistake about it, John Tortorella would rather be behind the bench.