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MLS Will Attempt to Seize on World Cup Momentum

The league is eyeing the opportunity, but still has a long-term view.

Michigan Leaders Received Reports of Moore’s Affair

Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was fired last December.

France’s World Cup Loss a Big Win for Sportsbooks

France was the biggest World Cup liability for several sportsbooks.

What Extreme Heat Is Doing to World Cup Players

A neuroscientist explains how heat impacts decision-making.

How the World Cup Turned Adam Friedland Into a Sports Pundit

The comedian says he’ll continue to create sports content post-World Cup.

WNBA’s 3-Point Contest Tickets Slightly Exceed All-Star Game

Caitlin Clark has yet to participate in a WNBA 3-Point Contest.
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A Conversation With USWNT Alumni Julie Ertz & Kealia Watt

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Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Quarter Final - Argentina v Switzerland - Kansas City Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. - July 11, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi and Jose Manuel Lopez celebrate after the match

Why People Suddenly Think the World Cup Is Rigged

FIFA’s inconsistency around its rules has fueled paranoia and suspicion.

Clase Azul Tequila Founder’s Soccer Ownership

Arturo Lomeli talks about managing a tequila brand and two soccer clubs.

What Extreme Heat Is Doing to World Cup Players

A neuroscientist explains how heat impacts decision-making.

Europe Hits Highs and Lows in Thrilling World Cup

Europe has dominated the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but shocking upsets have reshaped the tournament. See the key trends, odds, and semifinal storylines.

Private equity. Athlete-backed ventures. Billion-dollar deals. The sports industry isn’t just entertainment—it’s a high-stakes asset class. Front Office Sports breaks down the business moves shaping the future of sports.
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Seahawks Set NFL Record With $9.612B Sale to Khosla

Vinod Khosla’s wife will “serve as the controlling owner.”

Front Office Sports brings you the latest news across MLB and beyond, spotlighting the players, executives, and trends shaping the business of baseball.
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MLB’s Stretch Run Will Be Defined By Labor, Stadiums, and Stars

The trade deadline and contending low-budget teams also loom large. 

Front Office Sports brings you the latest news in the WNBA, NWSL, PWHL, NCAA, and more, spotlighting trailblazing athletes and the trends shaping the explosive business of women’s sports.

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Adam Friedland

How the World Cup Turned Adam Friedland Into a Sports Pundit

The comedian says he’ll continue to create sports content post-World Cup.
Former NFL Coache Jon Gruden have a laugh while attending an NFL training camp session ten at the Miller Electric Center, Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]
July 15, 2026

Can Jon Gruden Reinvent Himself on Play-by-Play?

Gruden will reportedly call a Buccaneers’ preseason game next month.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA- JULY 13: during the Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park on July 13, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Heather Barry / Netflix)
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July 14, 2026

Netflix Bounces Back With Home Run Derby Debut

After its panned coverage of Opening Night, Netflix focused on the field.
John Smoltz acknowledges the crowd during the introduction of returning inductees at the National Baseball Hall of Fame's 2024 induction ceremony Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, New York.
July 14, 2026

John Smoltz: MLB All-Star Game Is ‘Absolutely’ Still the Best

The Hall of Fame pitcher will call the Midsummer Classic for Fox.
Apr 16, 2026; Fort Worth, TX, USA; A view of the ESPN logo before the semifinals for the 2026 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics National Championships at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
July 13, 2026

ESPN Blames Human for Headline Error in AI Article

ESPN has been using AI to write certain game recaps since 2024.
July 13, 2026

12 States Sue to Block Paramount’s $110B WBD Deal

The plaintiff states point to widespread prospective harms.
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.
June 25, 2026; Inglewood, California, U.S.; Christian Pulisic of the U.S. during the warm up before the match. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
July 13, 2026

Christian Pulisic World Cup Fiasco a Cautionary Tale for Marketers

Commercials featuring Pulisic have been a reminder of his World Cup showing.

The Most Powerful Lawyer in Sports Is Representing Paramount

Kessler is defending Paramount’s merger with WBD against antitrust claims.
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Key Figure in Basketball Gambling Scandals to Plead Guilty in Poker Case

Shane Hennen is a defendant in three gambling-related scandals.
FILE PHOTO: The company logo for Ticket reseller StubHub, is displayed on a screen during the IPO at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., September 17, 2025.

StubHub CEO Sued for Ties to Hedge Fund That Resells Tickets

Up to 80% of tickets available on secondary sites are sold by ticket scalpers.
May 4, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; The BYU Cougars against the Long Beach State 49ers at St. John Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

Why Stephen F. Austin Volleyball Players Are Suing Their School

Both players were cut from the team following the 2025–26 season.
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.

Versant Buys Woods-Backed Golf Simulator Company for $530M

Full Swing is the predominant technology used by TGL.
June 5, 2026

Tottenham Boardroom Rivalry Ends With Former Chairman’s Exit

Spurs say they “don’t know anything about” the deal.
Charlie Pliner and Nikolas Rohrmann
May 22, 2026

How 2 Brown Undergrads Became Sports Dealmakers

An experimental project turned into a permanent course and business deal network.
Casey Wasserman, Chairperson and President of LA28, during the media conference celebrating the 1000-day countdown to LA28 at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.
May 8, 2026

Wasserman Buyers Narrow as PE Conflicts Sideline Major Firms

Private-equity firm TA Associates has removed itself from the running.
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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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.
July 6, 2026

Chicago Sky Shuffle Practice Venues As Facility Delay Continues

Chicago has not given a firm opening date for their practice facility.
July 1, 2026

Celtics Send Jaylen Brown to Sixers in Swap of Huge Contracts

Paul George is set to make $54 million next year.
June 24, 2026

Cardinals Shake Up Front Office in Long-Term Leadership Plan

Club owner Bill DeWitt Jr. begins to prepare the club for life without him.
Jan 22, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Washington Spirit team owner Michele Kang talks to media during a press conference at BMO Stadium.
June 24, 2026

Michele Kang to Buy Lyon in Deal That Would End Textor’s Ownership

Kang will pay $30 million for around 88% of Lyon.
Jul 15, 2026; New York, NY, USA; A MLS and Apple TV advertisement for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

MLS Will Attempt to Seize on World Cup Momentum

The league is eyeing the opportunity, but still has a long-term view.

WNBA’s 3-Point Contest Tickets Slightly Exceed All-Star Game

Caitlin Clark has yet to participate in a WNBA 3-Point Contest.

MLB’s Stretch Run Will Be Defined By Labor, Stadiums, and Stars

The trade deadline and contending low-budget teams also loom large. 
July 15, 2026

Still No Timetable for Trump Turnberry to Host Another Open Championship

Turnberry last hosted the Open in 2009.
July 15, 2026

NBA Summer League Is a Sports-Photography Bootcamp for Players

A new photography program has players taking other kinds of shots.

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