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    Jul 12, 2024; London, United Kingdom; Lorenzo Musetti of Italy returns a shot against Novak Djokovic of Serbia on day 12 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
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    Wimbledon to Replace Line Judges With Electronic Line Calling
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    Utah Among NHL Teams Navigating RSN Decline, Rights Negotiations
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    Why CFB Super-League Proposals Are Likely Doomed
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    Tropicana’s Down, Now the Hard Part: Funding the A’s $1.5B Vegas Ballpark
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    Jim Trotter, NFL Settle Racial Discrimination Lawsuit
    The reporter first sued the league last year.
    Oct 8, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Utah Hockey Club is introduced to the fans before the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Delta Center.
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    Nothing Obstructs Utah Hockey Club’s NHL Debut
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    Duke Men’s Basketball GM Explains How She’d Avoid UNLV NIL Disaster
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    Sep 27, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Utah Hockey Club forward Ben McCartney (62) directs a team mate before a face off against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period at T-Mobile Arena
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    Beer Sales Set Record at Utah Hockey Club Debut Game
    Beer sales beat any NBA or NHL game at the Delta Center in its history.
    Jun 25, 2024; Belmont Park, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) shoots over New York Liberty guard Courtney Vandersloot (22) in the first quarter of the Commissioner’s Cup Championship game at UBS Arena.
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    WNBA Finals Feature a Tale of Two Differing Success Stories
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    MLB Asks DSG for Immediate Clarity on 2025 Broadcast Plans
    The league seeks greater clarity from the regional sports network operator regarding the 2025 season.
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    NFL TV Ratings Strong Despite Dip
    Most Week 5 broadcasts had smaller TV audiences than they did in 2023.
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    Jun 25, 2024; Belmont Park, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) shoots over New York Liberty guard Courtney Vandersloot (22) in the first quarter of the Commissioner’s Cup Championship game at UBS Arena.
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    WNBA Finals Feature a Tale of Two Differing Success Stories
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    Why WNBA Finals Are Threading the Needle During Peak Sports TV
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    Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) smiles while answering a question Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024, after an Indiana Fever practice at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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    Next Up for Caitlin Clark Mania: Women’s Golf
    The hoops sensation is scheduled to play in a pro-am on the LPGA Tour.
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    Landmark House Settlement to Pay College Athletes Gets Preliminary Approval
    The deal in House v. NCAA previously appeared to be in jeopardy.

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    MLB Asks DSG for Immediate Clarity on 2025 Broadcast Plans
    The league seeks greater clarity from the regional sports network operator regarding the 2025 season.
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    Most Week 5 broadcasts had smaller TV audiences than they did in 2023.
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    Utah Among NHL Teams Navigating RSN Decline, Rights Negotiations
    Comcast declines to carry Utah games, sparking local NHL distribution challenges.
    October 8, 2024

    More MLB Teams Shift to League Broadcasts Due to DSG Disarray
    The Brewers, Guardians, Twins opt to have MLB produce and distribute their local games.
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    MLB Playoff TV Ratings Soar 41%, Fueled by Drama and Ohtani’s Debut
    A potent mix of popular teams, Shohei Ohtani, and on-field drama combines to become a powerful attraction to viewers.
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    October 8, 2024

    Judge Rejects NBA’s Request to Seal WBD Digital Streaming Deal
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    October 8, 2024

    FanDuel Nears Deal to Become Title Sponsor of Bally Sports Networks
    The leading U.S. sportsbook operator looks to extend its reach to regional sports networks.
    Feb 16, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Team Stephen A coach Stephen A. Smith looks on against Team Shannon during the All Star Celebrity Game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    Jim Trotter, NFL Settle Racial Discrimination Lawsuit
    The reporter first sued the league last year.
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    Deshaun Watson Settles Most Recent Suit Accusing Him of Sexual Assault
    The Browns quarterback still has two active suits against him.
    Oct 5, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) swings in the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres during game one of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Dodger Stadium.
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    Ohtani Ball to Be Sold Before Courts Determine Rightful Owner
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    At Least Three People Claim Ownership of Ohtani 50/50 Ball in Lawsuits
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    May 24, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban celebrates after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves in game two of the western conference finals for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Target Center.
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    Why Mark Cuban Sold the Dallas Mavericks When He Did
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    Young fans look over Michigan State sports equipment on display during the Spring Showcase on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
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    Private Equity Firms Buy Rival Hockey Brands CCM and Bauer
    Both brands have been around for decades and changed ownership in the same week.
    September 18, 2024

    Rogers Tightens Grip on Canadian Sports With $3.46B MLSE Stake
    The Blue Jays owner makes a big move to corner most of the Toronto pro sports market.
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    FanDuel Parent Buys Italian Gambling Company for $2.6 Billion
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    Seth Davis Launching Paywalled Hoops Site
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    Shams Charania Joins ESPN
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    Schefter Could Succeed Woj As NBA Insider
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    Former Colorado Coach on Why He Went to Saudi Arabia for NIL Money
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    Aug 14, 2021; Mason, OH, USA; A view of the ATP Tour logo on the Center Court net as an official ball is in play during the Western and Southern Open tennis tournament at Lindner Family Tennis Center.
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    ATP and WTA Merger Could Be Finalized in First Half of 2025
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    August 28, 2024

    Colorado Alleged Oregon Accessed Its Private Football Data Last Season
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    June 3, 2024

    A Social Media Prankster Is Narrating Several of Dov Kleiman’s TikToks
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    Teams
    Sep 27, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Utah Hockey Club forward Ben McCartney (62) directs a team mate before a face off against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period at T-Mobile Arena
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    Beer Sales Set Record at Utah Hockey Club Debut Game
    Beer sales beat any NBA or NHL game at the Delta Center in its history.
    Oct 8, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Utah Hockey Club is introduced to the fans before the game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Delta Center.
    October 9, 2024

    Nothing Obstructs Utah Hockey Club’s NHL Debut
    The team pulled off a victory in its inaugural game at the Delta Center.
    October 7, 2024

    Utah Hockey Club Debuting to Major Buzz
    It’s been a wild ride for Salt Lake City’s new NHL franchise.
    October 7, 2024

    Update: Hurricane Milton Forcing Teams to Scramble As Storm Nears
    The Tampa Bay area is at risk of getting hit by the Category 5 storm.
    October 7, 2024

    Aces’ Failed Three-Peat Bid Caps Chaotic Season
    Las Vegas had won back-to-back championships under head coach Becky Hammon.
    October 7, 2024

    A’s Expect Payroll to Increase, but Face Tough Sell in Sacramento
    The low-spending MLB club looks to boost payroll.
    October 4, 2024

    Savannah Bananas Plan to Bring ‘Banana Ball’ to Football Stadiums
    The popular independent baseball team features a ticket waiting list of about three million.
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    October 4, 2024

    Angel City FC Fined for Paying Players Under the Table
    The club was fined $200,000 and had execs suspended.

    Leagues
    Jun 25, 2024; Belmont Park, New York, USA; Minnesota Lynx guard Courtney Williams (10) shoots over New York Liberty guard Courtney Vandersloot (22) in the first quarter of the Commissioner’s Cup Championship game at UBS Arena.
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    WNBA Finals Feature a Tale of Two Differing Success Stories
    Joe and Clara Wu Tsai purchased the Liberty in 2019.
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    NBA GMs Rank Salary-Cap Apron As Rule That Needs to Change Most
    Schedule changes finished second with 17% of the vote.
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    LIV Golf’s Shadow Looms Over Ryder Cup As Captains Address Challenges
    Captains from both teams addressed LIV Golf’s impact on the 2025 event.
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    Why WNBA Finals Are Threading the Needle During Peak Sports TV
    The league’s new media deal could solve the problem.
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    Soccer’s U.S. Boom: MLS and NWSL Break Attendance Records
    Both Major League Soccer and the National Women’s Soccer League have set attendance records.
    October 7, 2024

    Man City, Premier League Both Claim Victory in Major Panel Ruling
    A panel found some Premier League financial rules were “unlawful.”
    October 7, 2024

    NFL’s Longest Day Could Become New Norm
    A London game and prime-time weather delay resulted in a new record.

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