Reporter Jen Patterson has abruptly exited Comcast SportsNet Chicago, where she had been a reporter. Prior to being made a reporter at CSNC, Patterson appeared on "Monsters in the Morning," the ill-fated morning show on CSNC that featured hosts Mike North and Dan Jiggetts.

CSNC spokesman Jeff Nuich offered only the briefest of statements Thursday regarding Patterson's sudden departure: "Jen Patterson is no longer an employee of Comcast SportsNet Chicago, and we wish her well on her future endeavors. Per company policy, we have no further comment on personnel matters." Patterson did not immediately return a call seeking comment.