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    NFL Moves Super Bowl Opening Night Over Turf Concerns, Leans Into Music
    Sting and Chris Stapleton are the initial headliners during the week.
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    World Series Ratings Show Nearly Half of Canada Watched Game 7
    The Canadian network generates massive viewership for the dramatic games.
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    First Set of CFP Rankings Could Signal Committee’s New Priorities
    New this year is the CFP’s move to straight seeding.
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    Coaching Buyouts to Surpass $1B in College Football Playoff Era
    College football buyouts continue to expand at a record pace.
    Sep 7, 2025; Flushing, NY, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) and Jannik Sinner (ITA) poses for a photo after the final of mens singles at Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
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    $5.1M ATP Final to Determine Men’s Tennis World No. 1
    Sinner and Alcaraz are battling to finish the year at the top.
    Nov 2, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) is helped off the field after an injury during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Northwest Stadium.
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    Daniels’s Injury Solidifies Careening Season for Commanders
    The quarterback injured his elbow in a fourth quarter blowout.
    Apr 12, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Former NBA player Charles Oakley watches the action between the Chicago Bulls and Toronto Raptors in the play-in game at Scotiabank Arena.
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    Charles Oakley Owes MSG $642K in Legal Fees
    Oakley played 10 seasons for the Knicks from 1988 to 1998.
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    Aspiration Investors Sue Steve Ballmer Over Kawhi Leonard Deal
    133-page lawsuit accuses Ballmer, Aspiration founder Joe Sanberg, and others of fraud.
    [US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Sep 26, 2025; Bethpage, New York, USA; Former basketball player Michael Jordan watches during the four-balls on the first day of competition for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.
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    Michael Jordan Could Do 2-3 More NBC Interviews: Sources
    As one source says, “I don’t think it’s one sitdown—but it’s not 15 either.”
    Oct 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts with forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (8) during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum.
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    Grizzlies Face $126M Problem After Another Ja Morant Suspension
    Morant has three years and $126.5 million remaining on his deal.
    Auburn Tigers tight end Preston Howard (15) is tackled by Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Jordan Lovett (25) as Auburn Tigers take on Kentucky Wildcats at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala. on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025. Kentucky Wildcats defeated Auburn Tigers 10-3.
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    25% of SEC Football Coaches Fired
    The conference owes coaches about $100 million worth of buyouts.
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    Oct 28, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) pitches during the fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game four of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.
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    Shohei Ohtani Baseball Card Market Is Surging
    Cards have spiked hundreds of thousands of dollars from their initial value.
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    TNT Sports and Bleacher Report Head to College
    TNT Sports is going all-in on college athletics—bringing fans closer and giving brands a powerful new way to connect.

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    Rich Paul, Max Kellerman in Talks for Show With The Ringer
    “The Ringer” sold to Spotify in 2020.
    Oct 26, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Marvin Bagley III (35) and forward Kyshawn George (18) talk after a turnover against the Charlotte Hornets during the third quarter at Capital One Arena.
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    Wizards Hire Ex-ESPN Editor Cristina Daglas for Front Office Role
    ESPN placed Cristina Daglas on administrative leave in January.
    May 20, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers and LA Sparks co-owner Todd Boehly watches during game three of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena.
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    Walter’s Lakers Buy Includes Dodgers Co-Owner Boehly
    Jeanie Buss will retain a roughly 15% stake and remain team governor.
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    Some ESPN Producers Fed Up With McAfee’s ‘Diva’ Behavior: Sources
    The “College GameDay” host has powerful allies.
    Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia (2) celebrates following the game between Vanderbilt University and Louisiana State University at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
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    October 24, 2025

    Diego Pavia Aims to Kill JUCO Eligibility Rules for Good
    Vandy’s QB is amending his own lawsuit to encompass all NCAA athletes.
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    October 22, 2025

    DraftKings Paying Up to $250M for Railbird
    The deal was announced Tuesday, but financials weren’t disclosed.
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    October 22, 2025

    Marc Stein Joins Amazon NBA Coverage
    The role resembles one Chris Mortensen did for Amazon’s NFL broadcasts.
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    October 22, 2025

    Sale of Trail Blazers to Tom Dundon Will Take Multiple Years
    Dundon is buying the team at a $4.25 billion valuation.

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    Ohanian: Angel City Ownership Setup Was a ‘Terrible Idea’
    He admits that the NWSL club’s governance was a disaster.
    May 20, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers and LA Sparks co-owner Todd Boehly watches during game three of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets at Crypto.com Arena.
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    Walter’s Lakers Buy Includes Dodgers Co-Owner Boehly
    Jeanie Buss will retain a roughly 15% stake and remain team governor.
    Oct 12, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) takes the field prior to a game against the Detroit Lions at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
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    Can Travis Kelce Save Six Flags?
    The NFL star joined an activist investor in pushing for change.
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    The deal was announced Tuesday, but financials weren’t disclosed.

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    Michelle Wie West: Don’t Treat Women’s Sports As Charity
    “I’m guilty of saying it too—’We gotta show up for women’s sports.’”
    Sep 30, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Aces center Kiah Stokes (41), Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young (0), Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray (12), Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22), and Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd (24) take the court after an Indiana Fever time out in the fourth quarter of game five of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Michelob Ultra Arena.
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    WNBA and WNBPA Agree to 30-Day Extension. Now What?
    The league has never lost games to a work stoppage.
    Aug 31, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Kaitlyn Chen (2) holds a ball as the WNBA logo appears on the ball and shorts before the game against the Indiana Fever at Chase Center.
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    WNBA, Players Union Agree to 30-Day Extension for CBA Negotiations
    The current CBA was set to expire on Oct. 31.
    Aug 24, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Seattle Storm center Dominique Malonga (14) celebrates with Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins (4) during the second half against the Washington Mystics at CareFirst Arena.
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    Malonga Headlines Unrivaled’s Final Player Announcements
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    Oct 11, 2025; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin stands on the field following the game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Beaver Stadium
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    How College Football’s Coach Buyout Bonanza Works
    Schools owe their fired coaches millions in buyouts—and it isn’t over.
    Oct 13, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Susanna Sullivan of the United States of America finishes seventh in the Chicago Marathon at Grant Park
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    Marathon Pros Are Earning More by Racing More Each Year
    More races per year mean more money—but the math isn’t simple.
    September 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell before the game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium
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    Bad Bunny, Tush Push: 7 Big Topics at NFL Fall Meeting
    Media, facilities, and labor highlight some of the key areas of concern.
    Ohio State Buckeyes running back Isaiah West (32) runs the ball in the second half at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin
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    The NIL Cottage Industry Is a Mess
    There’s no limit to how much players can make from NIL deals.

    Media
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    World Series Ratings Show Nearly Half of Canada Watched Game 7
    The Canadian network generates massive viewership for the dramatic games.
    [US, Mexico & Canada customers only] Sep 26, 2025; Bethpage, New York, USA; Former basketball player Michael Jordan watches during the four-balls on the first day of competition for the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black.
    November 3, 2025

    Michael Jordan Could Do 2-3 More NBC Interviews: Sources
    As one source says, “I don’t think it’s one sitdown—but it’s not 15 either.”
    November 3, 2025

    World Series Game 7 Is Most-Watched Since 2017 in Initial Ratings
    Early data points to a historically large U.S. audience for Game 7.
    YouTube/ Multiple streaming services appear on a Roku TV.
    October 24, 2025

    YouTube in Another Carriage Dispute, This Time With Disney
    ESPN and ABC could be dropped from the No. 4 U.S. pay-TV distributor.
    Oct 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) keeps the ball away from Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) during the second half at Paycom Center
    October 23, 2025

    NBA’s NBC Return Draws 5.9M Viewers, Best Opener Since 2010
    Thunder vs. Rockets peaked at 7.1 million viewers.
    May 17, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Jasson Dominguez (24) shakes hands with New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) after the top of the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium.
    October 23, 2025

    Mets, Yankees, and the Nielsen Debate That Won’t Go Away
    Weeks after the end of the MLB regular season, viewership issues remain.
    Brian Windhorst
    October 23, 2025

    Brian Windhorst Details Emergency Landing on Omaha–L.A. Flight
    The pilots and flight attendants had a communication issue.
    October 22, 2025

    YouTube Stars Help Bring Back Golf Channel’s ‘Big Break’
    The show will return in 2026 after an 11-year hiatus.

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    Aspiration Investors Sue Steve Ballmer Over Kawhi Leonard Deal
    133-page lawsuit accuses Ballmer, Aspiration founder Joe Sanberg, and others of fraud.
    Apr 12, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Former NBA player Charles Oakley watches the action between the Chicago Bulls and Toronto Raptors in the play-in game at Scotiabank Arena.
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    Charles Oakley Owes MSG $642K in Legal Fees
    Oakley played 10 seasons for the Knicks from 1988 to 1998.
    Multiple streaming services appear on a Roku TV.
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    Disney, YouTube Settle Suit Over Poached Exec With Deep ESPN Ties
    A carriage dispute between Disney and YouTube remains ongoing.
    Oct 25, 2025; Martinsville, Virginia, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (8) before NASCAR Cup Series Xfinity 500 Practice and Qualifying at Martinsville Speedway.
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    NASCAR Star Kyle Busch Sues Over $8.5M Insurance Scam
    Busch says he lost $8.58 million from Pacific Life.

    Deals
    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.
    June 25, 2025

    Rockets Get $20 Million in Wiggle Room From New VanVleet Deal
    VanVleet first signed with the Rockets in 2023.
    June 24, 2025

    Timberwolves’ 4-Year Ownership Saga Ends As A-Rod, Lore Take Over
    The unanimous approval brought a clean end to a long-disputed transaction.

    Teams
    Oct 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts with forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (8) during the first quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at FedExForum.
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    Grizzlies Face $126M Problem After Another Ja Morant Suspension
    Morant has three years and $126.5 million remaining on his deal.
    Nov 2, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) is helped off the field after an injury during the second half against the Seattle Seahawks at Northwest Stadium.
    November 3, 2025

    Daniels’s Injury Solidifies Careening Season for Commanders
    The quarterback injured his elbow in a fourth quarter blowout.
    Oct 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) walks off the field after a win over Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium.
    October 31, 2025

    NFL Fines Ravens $100K Over Lamar Jackson Injury Violation
    Jackson missed Sunday’s game with a hamstring injury.
    Oct 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner Mark Walter looks on in the eighth inning between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers during game five of the 2025 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium.
    October 30, 2025

    NBA Approves Mark Walter As New Lakers Owner
    Walter has turned the Dodgers into a powerhouse.
    Oct 23, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Utah Mammoth center Logan Cooley (92) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at Enterprise Center
    October 29, 2025

    Cooley Signing Adds to Utah’s Pursuit of Early NHL Success
    In its second season, Utah is committed to winning as fast as possible.
    October 27, 2025

    Dodgers Depth, Blue Jays Glue Guys Are Defining the World Series
    Yamamoto, Smith, and Glasnow are playing key roles for MLB’s top spenders.
    October 26, 2025

    Blue Jays’ World Series Run Is Just Part of Rogers’ Big Sports Push
    Buying more MLSE equity and a recapitalization of sports assets are planned.
    Fred Warner
    October 25, 2025

    Most of the 49ers’ Record Cap Number Isn’t on the Field
    The 49ers are winning despite ranking 31st on spending on active players.

    Leagues
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    NFL Moves Super Bowl Opening Night Over Turf Concerns, Leans Into Music
    Sting and Chris Stapleton are the initial headliners during the week.
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    No Ohtani-Level Prize, but MLB Free Agency Still Holds Big Stakes
    Kyle Tucker and Kyle Schwarber are among the top available players.
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    First LIV Golf Player Wins Way Into The Masters Under New Rules
    Tom McKibbin won the Hong Kong Open on Sunday.
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    Deep-Pocketed Dodgers Repeat as World Series Champs
    The Dodgers are MLB’s first repeat champion in 25 years.
    Sep 30, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Aces center Kiah Stokes (41), Las Vegas Aces guard Jackie Young (0), Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray (12), Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22), and Las Vegas Aces guard Jewell Loyd (24) take the court after an Indiana Fever time out in the fourth quarter of game five of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Michelob Ultra Arena.
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    WNBA and WNBPA Agree to 30-Day Extension. Now What?
    The league has never lost games to a work stoppage.
    Dec 17, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) celebrates with the trophy and teammates after winning the Emirates NBA Cup championship game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at T-Mobile Arena.
    October 31, 2025

    NBA Cup Returns for Year 3 With Increased $530,000 Prize
    Players on the championship team will receive more than $530,000.
    Aug 31, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Kaitlyn Chen (2) holds a ball as the WNBA logo appears on the ball and shorts before the game against the Indiana Fever at Chase Center.
    October 30, 2025

    WNBA, Players Union Agree to 30-Day Extension for CBA Negotiations
    The current CBA was set to expire on Oct. 31.

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