The bombshell breakup of the top sports talk radio morning show in the region has left “Toucher and Rich” fans wondering who will take over for longtime 98.5 The Sports Hub host Rich Shertenlieb, according to The Boston Herald.
Following Friday’s announcement from host Fred Toucher that Shertenlieb is leaving the morning show, loyal listeners to Boston’s number one sports talk radio station had a few replacement names at the top of their wish list.
Rob “Hardy” Poole, who’s on the midday 98.5 show “Zolak and Bertrand,” has been floated for months as the new morning co-host while rumors swirled about Shertenlieb’s future.
“At this point, you have to bet heavy on Hardy replacing Rich,” Boston Radio Watch posted after Toucher revealed that Shertenlieb was departing the show.
“I hope it’s Hardy. Love his production,” another person posted on X (formerly Twitter). “He deserves more than to be third chair on another show. I think of everyone currently at the station, Hardy would be best.”
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— Boston Radio Watch®️ (@bostonradio) November 10, 2023
Another 98.5 name being tossed around as a replacement for Shertenlieb is Jim Murray of “Felger and Mazz.”
“Big Jim” Murray has been the third chair of the most popular afternoon drive radio show for years, creating hilarious bits and parodies.
Another name being mentioned on Friday was rising 98.5 star Kendra Middleton, who has been making regular appearances on the morning show.
Also, fans on Friday speculated about Shertenlieb’s future, wondering whether he would head to the less popular Boston sports radio station WEEI, He also knows his music, so listeners thought he may head to a classic rock station like WZLX, speculates The Herald.
Shertenlieb on Friday said he’ll be announcing his plans soon.
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