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    Penn Settles Long-Running Fight With Activist Investor
    The deal follows the termination of Penn’s sports betting deal with ESPN.
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    TGL Team Investor Michelle Wie West Will Compete in WTGL
    The former LPGA star has been retired since 2023.
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    Serena Williams Eligible to Play But ‘No Word’ on Indian Wells Yet
    Her sister, Venus, will play at the BNP Paribas Open.
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    WNBA Team Hires Reporter From Athletic for Front Office Role
    Ben Pickman will be a cap and strategy analyst for the Fire.
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    Mexican Soccer Postponed Amid Violence With World Cup Months Out
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    Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) gets a first down on a “tush push” against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field.
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    NFL Sees No New Calls to Ban Controversial Tush Push
    As the play’s effectiveness ebbs somewhat, so does the urgency for change.
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    Cristiano Ronaldo Declares Saudi Commitment After 2-Game Boycott
    Ronaldo joined the Saudi Pro League in 2022.
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    NFL Offseason Opens With Report Card Drama Looming
    The league’s attention is shifting to the 2026 season this week.
    Jun 24, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    Mike Tirico Gets His Due as Best All-Around Sportscaster
    Tirico recently called his first Super Bowl before hosting his fifth Olympics.
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    Sep 17, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; FBI Director Kash Patel testifies in front of the House Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., on Sept.17, 2025. Mandatory Credit:
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    FBI Director Catches Heat for Drinking With USA Hockey Team
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    Michael Rubin; Feb 18, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Fanatics owner Michael Rubin attends the 73rd NBA All Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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    Jun 24, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    Mike Tirico Gets His Due as Best All-Around Sportscaster
    Tirico recently called his first Super Bowl before hosting his fifth Olympics.
    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.
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    As Attention Shifts to LA28, Focus on Casey Wasserman Intensifies
    Marketing ramps up for Los Angeles while organizing committee questions persist.
    Sep 17, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; FBI Director Kash Patel testifies in front of the House Judiciary Committee in Washington, D.C., on Sept.17, 2025. Mandatory Credit:
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    FBI Director Catches Heat for Drinking With USA Hockey Team
    Kash Patel was in Italy on official business, a spokesman said.
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    Wild Men’s Hockey Final Caps Huge Winter Olympics for NBC
    The U.S.–Canada matchup was everything fans—and NBC—could have hoped for.

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    WNBA Team Hires Reporter From Athletic for Front Office Role
    Ben Pickman will be a cap and strategy analyst for the Fire.
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    WNBA Proposes Same Salary Cap in New CBA Offer
    The league did offer players slightly better terms on housing.
    John Fanta is set to make his NBA play-by-play debut for NBC.
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    John Fanta to Make ‘NBA on NBC Sports’ Play-by-Play Debut
    Fanta will be on the call for Wolves-Blazers on Tuesday.
    Jan 30, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) reacts after a basket against the Detroit Pistons in the third quarter at the Chase Center.
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    Curry Won’t Wear Final Under Armour Signature Shoe in Games
    Curry last wore Under Armour shoes on Nov. 18.
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    February 12, 2026

    Orioles Owner Met With Jeffrey Epstein
    The meeting has not been previously reported.
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    February 12, 2026

    Netflix Already Battling Pirating of Its New Sports Podcasts
    A channel got 100k+ views reposting content from The Volume’s football show.
    Dec 20, 2022; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; The mascot of the Nebraska Cornhuskers performs during a break in the game against the Queens Royals in the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
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    February 9, 2026

    Nebraska Is Second Known School Investigated Over NIL Deals
    The CSC has launched several inquiries into potential NIL rules violations.
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    February 7, 2026

    WNBA Owners Make Small Concessions in Latest CBA Proposal
    The league’s newest offer includes some housing for players.

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    [Subscription Customers Only] Jul 13, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Chelsea FC midfielder Cole Palmer (10) celebrates winning the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium
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    Soccer’s ‘Crown Jewels’ Are Devouring Smaller Clubs
    Mega conglomerates are feeding a big business machine. Fans are furious.
    Feb 10, 2026; Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy; Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin of the United States during the curling mixed doubles gold medal game during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Cortina Curling Olympic Stadium
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    Curling Clubs Are Trying to Make Olympic Fervor Stick
    Every four years, organizations field an influx of curling-curious patrons.
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    How Ski Mountaineering’s Hype Man Went From TikTok to NBC
    Max Valverde’s gushing over the niche sport vaulted him to Olympic broadcaster.
    Feb 11, 2026; Livigno, Italy; Jaelin Kauf of the United States during freestyle skiing women's moguls final during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Livigno Aerials & Moguls Park
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    The Surprise Hit of the Winter Olympics: First-Person Drone Views
    Tiny drone cameras have reshaped the Olympics viewing experience.

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    Jun 24, 2024; Eugene, OR, USA; NBC Sports broadcaster Mike Tirico during the US Olympic Team Trials at Hayward Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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    Mike Tirico Gets His Due as Best All-Around Sportscaster
    Tirico recently called his first Super Bowl before hosting his fifth Olympics.
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    February 23, 2026

    WNBA Team Hires Reporter From Athletic for Front Office Role
    Ben Pickman will be a cap and strategy analyst for the Fire.
    Feb 16, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (99) watches batting practice during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
    February 20, 2026

    Gotham Sports Rolls Out Price Reductions to Streaming Packages
    The YES Network-MSG Networks joint venture retools its pricing.
    Founder and CEO of TMRW/Sports, Mike McCarley left, and LPGA Commissioner Craig Kessler answer questions after announcing the WTGL golf league at SoFi Center on January 6, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
    February 19, 2026

    Media Rights Negotiations Ramping Up For WTGL
    The league is planning to launch in November or December.
    February 19, 2026

    Super Bowl LX Viewership Revised
    The updated figure still trails the viewership for last year’s Super Bowl.
    Jan 29, 2022; St. Louis, MO, USA; Ronda Rousey celebrates after winning the women’s Royal Rumble match during the Royal Rumble at The Dome at America's Center.
    February 19, 2026

    Rousey Says UFC Was Not Interested in Fight With Carano
    Both fighters will undergo more medical testing than what’s required.
    Jul 15, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) drives the ball against Connecticut Sun guard Leila Lacan (47) in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit:
    February 19, 2026

    ESPN to Fill ‘Sunday Night Baseball’ Void With ‘Women’s Sports Sundays’
    The franchise will feature 12 games over a nine-week span.
    Feb 17, 2026; Milan, Italy; Snoop Dogg looks on in the womens figure skating short program during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games at Milano Ice Skating Arena.
    February 18, 2026

    Latest in Alt-Casts: Men’s Hockey Quarterfinal Gets a ‘Snoop-Cast’
    Team USA plays Sweden in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.

    Law
    Feb 12, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; A Nike All Star 2026 display at Nike The Grove.
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    Sportswear Companies Big Winners of Trump’s Tariff Loss
    The justices said the tariffs exceed the president’s “legitimate reach.”
    Michael Rubin; Feb 18, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Fanatics owner Michael Rubin attends the 73rd NBA All Star game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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    Inside Fanatics’s Battle to Block a Polymarket Hire
    The two sides informed the court that they have reached a settlement.
    Nov 13, 2024; Irving, TX, USA; Mike Tyson speaks to the media about his upcoming fight with Jake Paul at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory.
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    Mike Tyson, Ric Flair’s Ex-Weed Biz Partners Granted Extension
    A new scheduling conference is slated for April 13. 
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    Chicago Sky ‘Self-Dealing’ Suit Is Reminder of WNBA’s Painful Past
    A minority investor sued team co-founder Michael Alter last week.

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    Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark dribbles up the court against Team USA during the WNBA All-Star Game at Footprint Center in Phoenix on July 20, 2024.
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    Fund Backing Women’s Sports Raises $250M and Counting
    Jason Wright oversees a fund that has secured $250 million.
    January 28, 2026

    CVC’s New Sports Business Buys Into $300M Equestrian Company
    Global Sport Group bought a controlling stake in Equine Network.
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    January 27, 2026

    China’s Anta Eyes World Domination With $1.8B Puma Deal
    Anta is now the largest shareholder in both Puma and Amer Sports.
    Jan 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd motions to his team during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at the American Airlines Center.
    January 27, 2026

    Jason Kidd Joins PE-Backed Youth Sports Company
    The Mavericks coach is an equity holder and member of the board.

    Teams
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    Bears $5B Stadium Plan Ramps Up As Indiana Pushes Ahead
    The NFL team draws closer to finalizing a long-awaited stadium deal.
    Feb 17, 2026; Lee County, FL, USA; Boston Red Sox second baseman Kristian Campbell (28) poses for a photo during media day at JetBlue Park.
    February 18, 2026

    Red Sox Change Their Tune on Fanatics Jersey Issues
    The MLB club takes responsibility for a jersey design error.
    February 18, 2026

    Mahomes Reworks Deal, Clears $43.6M for Cap-Strapped Chiefs
    The quarterback’s contract is restructured for the fourth straight year.
    February 18, 2026

    Knicks, Rangers Could Be Spun Off Into Separate Public Companies
    Activist shareholders have long said the teams are undervalued.
    February 17, 2026

    Padres Stay Aggressive With Sale Looming and Dodgers Ahead
    The small-market club extends G.M. A.J. Preller.
    February 15, 2026

    NBA Still Not Done With ‘Enormously Complex’ Clippers Investigation
    Adam Silver said the team has been “fully cooperative” so far.
    Nov 23, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward/center Lauri Markkanen (23) and Ryan Smith after a game against the New York Knicks at the Delta Center.
    February 13, 2026

    Jazz Owner Defends Team After $500,000 Tanking Fine From NBA
    The Pacers were also fined $100,000 by the NBA.
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    February 12, 2026

    Orioles Owner Met With Jeffrey Epstein
    The meeting has not been previously reported.

    Leagues
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    NFL Offseason Opens With Report Card Drama Looming
    The league’s attention is shifting to the 2026 season this week.
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    TGL Team Investor Michelle Wie West Will Compete in WTGL
    The former LPGA star has been retired since 2023.
    Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) gets a first down on a “tush push” against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field.
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    NFL Sees No New Calls to Ban Controversial Tush Push
    As the play’s effectiveness ebbs somewhat, so does the urgency for change.
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    Cristiano Ronaldo Declares Saudi Commitment After 2-Game Boycott
    Ronaldo joined the Saudi Pro League in 2022.
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    Tennis Pro Sues WTA for $20M, Says Doping Ban Stems From Bad Meat
    Moore was handed a four-year ban for doping in July.
    February 22, 2026

    Jon Rahm at Risk of Losing Ryder Cup Spot Over $3M in Fines
    Rahm played on the 2025 Ryder Cup team.
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    February 21, 2026

    WNBA Proposes Same Salary Cap in New CBA Offer
    The league did offer players slightly better terms on housing.

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