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    WNBA Union Leaders Sidestep Cathy Engelbert Questions 
    Engelbert will speak at a press conference Saturday.
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    What The Golics Hope to Accomplish in ESPN Return
    ‘The Golics’ will debut on Aug. 3.
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    18-Game NFL Season On Hold After Super Bowl LXII Date Set
    Nearly two years after awarding the game, the NFL sets a date.
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    What ‘X Games Has That Everybody Wants’: A Young Audience
    Founder athletes including Chloe Kim and Eileen Gu have equity in the business.
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    Tarik Skubal Makes Plea to Stay in Detroit Ahead of Trade Deadline
    Skubal could make his final home start for Detroit on Friday.
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    Mendoza Signs $57M Contract While Pavia’s Path Uncertain
    The No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft finally signed his rookie contract.
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    Duke–Michigan Amazon Showcase Canceled Over TV Rights Dispute
    The Big Ten had disputed that the ACC possessed the game’s rights.
    Feb 7, 2019; Spokane, WA, USA; ESPN personality Neil Everett looks on during a game between the San Francisco Dons and Gonzaga Bulldogs in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. The Bulldogs won 92-62. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
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    Is This the Cruel New Reality of Sports Media Layoffs?
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    Apr 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts against the Houston Rockets during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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    LeBron James to Sign With 76ers
    James will join the fourth team of his NBA career.
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    After $9.6 Billion Seahawks Sale, Which NFL Team Is Next?
    NFL owners aren’t rushing to sell despite soaring values.
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    Inside the EY 2026 Sports Engagement Index: The Real Map of American Sports Participation
    EY’s latest index explores how shifting U.S. fan behaviors are expanding the definition of sports engagement.
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    Sports Bars Are Cashing In From Summer of Soccer
    The World Cup has brought a windfall to America’s biggest sports bars.
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    Jul 19, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) hits an RBI single during the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Sutter Health Park.
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    Mark Cuban, Rashaun Williams Firm Buys Stake in A’s
    It’s the first investment by Harbinger Sports Partners, which formed last May.
    Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez attend the annual Allen and Co. Sun Valley Media and Technology Conference at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho, U.S., July 8, 2026.
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    Jeff Bezos Reportedly May Join Bid for Liverpool Stake
    A deal could value the Premier League club at roughly $6 billion.
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    Former Viking Kyle Rudolph: Private Equity ‘Great’ for the NFL
    Private equity makes “these assets a little more liquid.”
    Topgolf celebrates the grand opening of its newest location in Parsippany, N.J., on July 2.
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    ‘Golf Is Having a Moment’: Topgolf CEO Talks Expansion Plans
    Leonard Green & Partners acquired a 60% stake in Topgolf.

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    Apr 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal in the fifth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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    Tarik Skubal Makes Plea to Stay in Detroit Ahead of Trade Deadline
    Skubal could make his final home start for Detroit on Friday.
    Jul 19, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) hits an RBI single during the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Sutter Health Park.
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    Mark Cuban, Rashaun Williams Firm Buys Stake in A’s
    It’s the first investment by Harbinger Sports Partners, which formed last May.
    Jul 14, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Argyle High School player Grady Emerson during the 2025 Home Run Derby at Truist Park.
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    MLB Draft Picks Sign Record Deals Amid Fraught Labor Talks
    Eighteen of the top 20 selections have already signed contracts.
    Aug 24, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; The major league baseball logo is seen on signage near the player's entrance to the field at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum before the game between the Oakland Athletics and the Milwaukee Brewers. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-USA TODAY Sports
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    MLBPA Rejects Owners’ Draft Changes in Latest Labor Proposal
    The union seeks to return the draft to its prior June timing.

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    WNBA Union Leaders Sidestep Cathy Engelbert Questions 
    Engelbert will speak at a press conference Saturday.
    Jul 22, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles the ball while Connecticut Sun forward Diamond Miller (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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    USA Today Updates Caitlin Clark Column After Backlash
    Armour’s column was “clearly labeled as Opinion,” USA Today tells FOS.
    Los Angeles Sparks's Kelsey Plum (10) guards Las Vegas Aces' A’ja Wilson (22) on Saturday, July 19, 2025, during the WNBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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    WNBA All-Star Game Ticket Prices Exceed $200, Sellout Expected
    SeatGeek is seeing order volume three times higher compared to last year.
    May 14, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) follows through on a jump shot against the Minnesota Lynx during the second half at College Park Center.
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    WNBA Union Increases All-Star Prize Money Even With New CBA
    The 3-Point Contest winner will take home $70,000.

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    Noah Eagle Expected to Call Netflix NFL Australia Game
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    NFL Owners Expect New Deal for Roger Goodell
    NFL media rights, labor talks make continuity a priority.
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    Gilbert Arenas Podcast Lands at Playmaker After Underdog Exit
    Arenas recently departed Underdog after three years.
    May 27, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Sky guard Natasha Cloud (9) brings the ball up court against the Toronto Tempo during the first half at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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    WNBA’s Cloud Calls Out Engelbert Over Sports Bettor Threats
    Cloud said she constantly receives racist messages online.
    Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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    July 13, 2026

    ESPN Ending Syndicated Version of ‘Good Morning Football’
    ‘GMFB: Overtime’ first launched in 2024.
    Jan 7, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; PAC 12 sports broadcaster Jacob Tobey prior to the game between the Oregon State Beavers against the Colorado Buffaloes at CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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    July 9, 2026

    Jacob Tobey Out as Spurs Announcer After Affair Allegation
    Tobey had been calling Spurs games since 2024.
    Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Adam Schefter talks on a set before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    July 9, 2026

    Adam Schefter Nearing Long-Term ESPN Extension
    The agreement would keep Schefter under contract into the 2030s.

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    Jun 16, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; France forward Michael Olise (11) controls the ball against Senegal during a Group I match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium
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    Where World Cup Stars Go to Customize Their Cleats
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    What the World Cup Means to Erling Haaland’s Tiny Hometown
    The tournament’s breakout star is from a rural Norwegian town.
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    Why So Many Media Outlets Are Rushing Into Sports
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    How Obscure Sports Get Mainstream TV Deals
    For niche sports, getting on TV often matters more than getting paid.

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    Is This the Cruel New Reality of Sports Media Layoffs?
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    July 24, 2026

    What The Golics Hope to Accomplish in ESPN Return
    ‘The Golics’ will debut on Aug. 3.
    Duke Blue Devils guard Cayden Boozer (2) shoots the ball Thursday, March 19, 2026, during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament first round game against the Siena Saints at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.
    July 24, 2026

    Duke–Michigan Amazon Showcase Canceled Over TV Rights Dispute
    The Big Ten had disputed that the ACC possessed the game’s rights.
    Jul 22, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles the ball while Connecticut Sun forward Diamond Miller (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
    July 23, 2026

    USA Today Updates Caitlin Clark Column After Backlash
    Armour’s column was “clearly labeled as Opinion,” USA Today tells FOS.
    July 23, 2026

    Peacock Turns Profit 6 Years After Launch—With World Cup Bump
    The streaming service reached a long-awaited “milestone.”
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    July 23, 2026

    ESPN to Launch CFB Show With Josh Pate, ‘BWTB’ Hosts
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    July 23, 2026

    Will World Cup Lead to More Afternoon Games?
    The historic World Cup success shows a new approach to scheduling.
    Jul 19, 2026; Southport, ENG; Ryan Fox holds the Claret Jug after winning the The Open Championship golf tournament, as he is interviewed by NBC’s Mike Tiroco at Royal Birkdale.
    July 22, 2026

    All Four Golf Majors Saw TV Ratings Spike This Year
    Sunday was The Open’s most-watched final round since 2022.

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    Portland Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups exits the Brooklyn Federal Courthouse after a hearing on illegal gambling schemes, in Brooklyn, New York, U.S., March 4, 2026. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz
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    Chauncey Billups Continues Push for Speedy Poker Trial
    Prosecutors are seeking a delay, while Billups pushes for a November trial.
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    LIV Golf Settles $1M Trademark Lawsuit After Stinger GC Rebrand
    Tee manufacturer Stinger Golf first sued LIV in June 2025.
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    John Textor Seeks $400M From Michele Kang in Lyon Takeover Suit
    Textor claims Kang convinced him to give up control of Lyon while plotting to oust him.
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    MSG Dodges Data-Breach Suits But Lawyer Warns Privacy Fight Isn’t Over
    “We’re only hitting the tip of the iceberg,” one attorney said.

    Deals
    Jul 19, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson (5) hits an RBI single during the ninth inning against the Washington Nationals at Sutter Health Park.
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    Mark Cuban, Rashaun Williams Firm Buys Stake in A’s
    It’s the first investment by Harbinger Sports Partners, which formed last May.
    Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez attend the annual Allen and Co. Sun Valley Media and Technology Conference at the Sun Valley Resort in Sun Valley, Idaho, U.S., July 8, 2026.
    July 22, 2026

    Jeff Bezos Reportedly May Join Bid for Liverpool Stake
    A deal could value the Premier League club at roughly $6 billion.
    Topgolf celebrates the grand opening of its newest location in Parsippany, N.J., on July 2.
    July 21, 2026

    ‘Golf Is Having a Moment’: Topgolf CEO Talks Expansion Plans
    Leonard Green & Partners acquired a 60% stake in Topgolf.
    Aksha Bhatia, Max Homa, and Tiger Woods of Jupiter Links before a TGL match against New York Golf Club at SoFi Center on January 13, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
    July 6, 2026

    Versant Buys Woods-Backed Golf Simulator Company for $530M
    Full Swing is the predominant technology used by TGL.

    Teams
    April 17, 2026, Boston, MA: Sponsor Signage is displayed during the game between the Detroit Tigers and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. Friday, April 17, 2026.
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    Red Sox 15-Game Win Streak Cost Boston Restaurant Thousands
    A Red Sox promotion became unexpectedly expensive.
    July 17, 2026

    WNBA Union Blasts Chicago Sky For Yet Another Facility Delay
    The facility has been delayed multiple times since being announced in 2024.
    Mar 8, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Gary Trent Jr. (5) drives for the basket against Orlando Magic guard Jevon Carter (2) in the first quarter at Fiserv Forum.
    July 16, 2026

    NBA Investigating Gary Trent Jr.’s New Bucks Contract
    Trent agreed to a four-year, $64 million deal on July 11.
    July 16, 2026

    Mark Cuban Gearing Up for Lawsuit Over New Mavs Arena
    Cuban seeks to prove Patrick Dumont unlawfully cut him out of opportunities.
    Jerry Colangelo sits courtside as the GCU Lopes play the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Mortgage Matchup Center on Dec. 6, 2025, in Phoenix, Arizona.
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    July 15, 2026

    Las Vegas Jacks Have Been in the Works for Over a Year
    The group paid $2,200 in fees to apply for the two trademarks.
    July 12, 2026

    Seahawks Set NFL Record With $9.612B Sale to Khosla
    Vinod Khosla’s wife will “serve as the controlling owner.”
    Jun 20, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes left wing William Carrier (28) and defenseman K'andre Miller (19) walk out with the Stanley Cup trophy during the Stanley Cup championship parade and rally at Raleigh.
    July 10, 2026

    Dundon Faces Backlash for Engraving Kids’ Names on Stanley Cup
    All five names of the owner’s children are on the Stanley Cup.
    Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) catches a pass against New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) in the first half in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.
    July 9, 2026

    Two Bidders Pull Ahead in Seahawks Sale Process
    One of the two groups includes at least one former Seahawks player.

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    18-Game NFL Season On Hold After Super Bowl LXII Date Set
    Nearly two years after awarding the game, the NFL sets a date.
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    What ‘X Games Has That Everybody Wants’: A Young Audience
    Founder athletes including Chloe Kim and Eileen Gu have equity in the business.
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    Tarik Skubal Makes Plea to Stay in Detroit Ahead of Trade Deadline
    Skubal could make his final home start for Detroit on Friday.
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    LeBron James to Sign With 76ers
    James will join the fourth team of his NBA career.
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    After $9.6 Billion Seahawks Sale, Which NFL Team Is Next?
    NFL owners aren’t rushing to sell despite soaring values.
    Jul 9, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) against the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
    July 24, 2026

    Sophie Cunningham’s Unlikely Path to WNBA Stardom
    The reserve guard has become one of the WNBA’s most famous players.
    Apr 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts in the first half against the Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
    July 23, 2026

    LeBron’s Free Agency Continues to Stall NBA Offseason
    James’s ongoing free agency has lasted longer than his previous three combined.

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