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    Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.
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    Manfred Defends MLB Prop-Bet Rules As Congress Turns Up Heat
    The commissioner said recent rules changes “strike the right balance.”
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    Arsenal Drops Rwanda As Sponsor but Clippers, Rams Deals Remain
    The Clippers and Rams have similar sponsorship deals. 
    Fred Kerley
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    Judge Dismisses $800 Million Enhanced Games Lawsuit
    The competition sued WADA, World Aquatics, and USA Swimming.
    Nov 8, 2025; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Nico Iamaleava (9) drops back to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Rose Bowl.
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    Power Conferences Finalize House v. NCAA Enforcement Guidelines
    Schools have two weeks to sign the agreement.
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    MLB Finalizes Short-Term TV Rights Deals, Adds NBC and Netflix
    MLB reworked its ESPN deal, made new ones with NBC and Netflix.
    Steve Kerr
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    Kerr Lobbies for Shorter Season Again As NBA Injuries Pile Up
    Kerr has been banging this drum for years.
    Nov 15, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; South Florida Bulls quarterback Byrum Brown (17) scrambles through the Navy Midshipmen defense during the second half at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Navy Midshipmen defeated South Florida Bulls 41-28.
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    Battle for College Football Playoff Relevance in the Group of 6
    Seeding and revenue distribution is getting harder for non-power conferences.
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    Franklin Hire First Move of Virginia Tech’s Big-Spending Mentality
    The former Penn State coach signed a five-year deal with the Hokies.
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    Steph Curry Is Free to Stop Wearing Under Armour Shoes in Games
    A source tells FOS Curry can stop sporting UA—even in games.
    Jul 13, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; FIFA president Gianni Infantino and President Donald Trump carry the FIFA Club World Cup trophy during the presentation after the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium.
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    Trump-MBS White House Dinner Showcases Saudi Sports Influence
    Attendees included Ronaldo, Bryson DeChambeau, and the owner of the 76ers.
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    NFL QB Christian Ponder Is Preparing Athletes for Business
    Former NFL quarterback Christian Ponder discusses the transition from field to boardroom.
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    ‘Sailgating’ Washington Football On the Water
    The pregame experience can cost tens of thousands of dollars.
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    On Location is redefining the Olympic experience by creating lasting connections beyond the Games.

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    WPBL To Play Entire 1st Season in Springfield, Illinois
    The league will debut in August and expects to raise $3 million.
    Nov 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) makes a three point basket over Utah Jazz center Jusuf Nurkic (30) during the first quarter at Delta Center.
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    Kalshi Adds NBA Prop Markets As Betting Crackdowns Surge
    A Kalshi spokesperson says it has “robust” protections in place.
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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.
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    Brees Gets Fox Green Light to Call Netflix Christmas Game
    Despite banning its talent from working for competitors, Fox is making an exception.
    Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) is interviewed by sideline reporter Laura Rutledge in the third quarter of the NFL Preseason Week 2 game between the Washington Commanders and the Cincinnati Bengals at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. The Bengals won the game, 31-17.
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    November 12, 2025

    ESPN Orders On-Air Talent to End Solitaire App Promo: Sources
    Mina Kimes was the first to publicly distance herself from the promo.
    Tiger Woods htis a bunker shot on the 3rd green during a practice round in the PGA Championship at the Valhalla Golf Course in Louisville, Ky. on May. 14, 2024.
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    November 11, 2025

    White House Adviser: Tiger Woods Is Part of D.C. Public Golf Project
    The National Links Trust is renovating three city courses.
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    November 11, 2025

    Why Do So Few Teams Want to Host the WNBA All-Star Game?
    Only one team bid for next year’s game despite the league’s success.
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    November 7, 2025

    Track Timing CEO Worked Meets Months After Child Rape Charges
    His case flew under the radar in track for nearly a year.

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    TopGolf representatives celebrate their ribbon-cutting ceremony with Bay County residents in Panama City Beach, Fla., June 26, 2025. (
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    Callaway Offloads Topgolf in $1.1 Billion Sale to PE Firm
    The deal unwinds Topgolf’s 2020 merger with Callaway.
    Jul 26, 2024; Paris, FRANCE; Shaun White poses for a photo in front of the Eiffel Tower before the Opening Ceremony for the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games.
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    The Firm Whose Investors Include Jets, Pacers Ownership Groups
    359 Capital is lifting the veil so consumers can see its investors.
    Nov 5, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the first quarter against the Miami Heat at Ball Arena.
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    Excel Sports Valued at Nearly $1B in Sale to Goldman Sachs
    The talent agency represents Caitlin Clark, Derek Jeter, and more.
    Oct 12, 2025; Tottenham, United Kingdom; The Golden Cockerel at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during an NFL International Series game.
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    Tottenham Insists It’s Not for Sale As Buyers Circle
    “Everyone knows damn well they’re for sale,” one source tells FOS.

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    New WNBA Offer to Players Includes Max Salary Over $1 Million
    The CBA expires Sunday, Nov. 30.
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    Alexis Ohanian On His NIL Donations to UVA Women’s Basketball
    Virginia hasn’t made the NCAA women’s tournament since 2018.
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    WPBL To Play Entire 1st Season in Springfield, Illinois
    The league will debut in August and expects to raise $3 million.
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    NWSL Attendance Is Down—Except for Its Best Teams
    Attendance is up in Washington and New Jersey.

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    ABC, ESPN Bounce Back With Big CFB Ratings After YouTube TV Deal
    Oklahoma-Alabama and Texas-Georgia drew more than 10 million viewers.
    Jan 28, 2025; Washington, DC, USA; Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, begins a hearing to examine the Panama Canal and its impact on U.S. trade and national security, focusing on fees and foreign influence on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
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    Congress Turns Up Heat on Sports Leagues Over Betting Integrity Issues
    MLB, the NBA, and the NCAA are all in lawmakers’ crosshairs.
    Oct 3, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena
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    NCAA-CHL Rule Change Has Already Shaken Up Hockey
    Inside how leagues feel a year since the announcement.
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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.

    Media
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    MLB Finalizes Short-Term TV Rights Deals, Adds NBC and Netflix
    MLB reworked its ESPN deal, made new ones with NBC and Netflix.
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    ABC, ESPN Bounce Back With Big CFB Ratings After YouTube TV Deal
    Oklahoma-Alabama and Texas-Georgia drew more than 10 million viewers.
    Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) rushes the ball against the Detroit Lions during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field.
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    November 18, 2025

    NFL Refs Are Ruining the TV Experience
    The Eagles–Lions game was just the latest example of bad calls.
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    November 18, 2025

    How ESPN Radio’s Michelle Smallmon Bet on Herself and Won
    After the pandemic, she felt “something was missing.”
    Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
    November 17, 2025

    YouTube TV Gains Full ESPN DTC Access in Far-Reaching Deal
    ESPN’s direct-to-consumer service will be integrated into YouTube TV.
    November 17, 2025

    Sinclair-Scripps Deal Would Forge Another Sports Giant on Free TV
    Sinclair looks to join in the growing wave of industry consolidation.
    November 14, 2025

    Disney and YouTube TV Make a Deal
    ESPN returns to the service in time for college football on Saturday.
    Nov 8, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Louisiana State Tigers quarterback Garrett Nussmeier (18) under pressure from Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Deontae Lawson (0) and defensive lineman Keon Keeley (31) during the second quarter of the game at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
    November 14, 2025

    College Football Viewership Increases Taper Off
    A torrid viewership start to the season has slowed down in recent weeks.

    Law
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    Judge Dismisses $800 Million Enhanced Games Lawsuit
    The competition sued WADA, World Aquatics, and USA Swimming.
    Nov 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (3) shoots ahead of Los Angeles Lakers forward Jake LaRavia (12) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena.
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    Where Things Stand With the NBA’s Gambling Investigation
    The law firm the league enlisted to investigate has begun its probe.
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    Track CEO Charged With Rape Passed USATF-Ordered Background Check
    The track world didn’t know about the charges for nearly a year.
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    Trump Pardons Ex–Tottenham Hotspur Owner Joe Lewis
    The 88-year-old billionaire was convicted on insider trading charges last year.

    Deals
    TopGolf representatives celebrate their ribbon-cutting ceremony with Bay County residents in Panama City Beach, Fla., June 26, 2025. (
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    Callaway Offloads Topgolf in $1.1 Billion Sale to PE Firm
    The deal unwinds Topgolf’s 2020 merger with Callaway.
    Louisville’s Miller Moss and several of his teammates stopped by Olympus Gaming Lounge to play EA Sports College Football 26 with fans for a meet and greet. July 11, 2025
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    Saudis, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner Take EA Private in $55B Deal
    Electronic Arts makes “Madden,” “EA Sports College Football,” and more.
    July 6, 2025

    American Celebs Flooding Into European Soccer
    As U.S. team prices climb, investors set their sights abroad.
    Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Fred VanVleet (5) before game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
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    Rockets Get $20 Million in Wiggle Room From New VanVleet Deal
    VanVleet first signed with the Rockets in 2023.

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    Arsenal Drops Rwanda As Sponsor but Clippers, Rams Deals Remain
    The Clippers and Rams have similar sponsorship deals. 
    Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks with quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High.
    November 17, 2025

    Broncos 9–2 Surge Coincides With Ownership’s Big Off-Field Goals
    Denver is tied for the best record in the NFL.
    Chris Paul
    November 17, 2025

    Clippers Aging All-Star Experiment Is Off to a Rough Start
    Los Angeles is 4–9 and 12th in the Western Conference.
    Nov 13, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) makes a pass during the first half against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium.
    November 14, 2025

    Maye, Vrabel Lead Patriots Resurgence With Eighth Straight Win
    Drake Maye is far outperforming his contract to lead the NFL’s best team.
    November 13, 2025

    Padres Up for Sale As Seidler Family Retains Bank to Explore Options
    The club retains the same bank that aided the Celtics and White Sox sales.
    Cuban
    November 12, 2025

    What Does Nico Harrison’s Firing Mean for Mark Cuban?
    Cuban was out of the loop when Dončić got traded in February.
    November 12, 2025

    Mavs Owner Patrick Dumont Vows to Fix the Mess He Helped Create
    Dumont sent an open letter to fans after Nico Harrison was fired.
    Nov 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) celebrates with Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) during the first quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at American Airlines Center.
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    Nico Harrison’s Exit Doesn’t Clean Up Mavericks Mess
    The Mavericks are at a crossroads with their current roster.

    Leagues
    Oct 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred before game three of the 2025 MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.
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    Manfred Defends MLB Prop-Bet Rules As Congress Turns Up Heat
    The commissioner said recent rules changes “strike the right balance.”
    Steve Kerr
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    Kerr Lobbies for Shorter Season Again As NBA Injuries Pile Up
    Kerr has been banging this drum for years.
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    New WNBA Offer to Players Includes Max Salary Over $1 Million
    The CBA expires Sunday, Nov. 30.
    Jun 14, 2025; Oakmont, Pennsylvania, USA; Laurie Canter plays his shot from the tenth tee during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament.
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    Ex-LIV Golfer Finds Path to PGA Tour, but Divide Still Looms
    Laurie Canter, who made $4.41 million on LIV, earned a 2026 PGA Tour card.
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    NBA’s Anti-Tanking Push Hasn’t Stopped a Historically Bad Start
    Four NBA teams are on pace to win 13 games or fewer.
    November 18, 2025

    No More Tape Delays: LPGA to Air Every Tournament Live in 2026
    The women’s golf tour has previously dealt with tape-delayed coverage.
    Oct 3, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena
    November 18, 2025

    NCAA-CHL Rule Change Has Already Shaken Up Hockey
    Inside how leagues feel a year since the announcement.

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