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    With billions of dollars flying around, live sports rights are a hotter discussion than ever. Front Office Sports goes deep on the state of negotiations, how much top talent is getting paid, ratings, and more.

    Atlanta, GA - March 7, 2026 - Turner Studios: Shaquille O'Neal , Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, and Charles Barkley during the 2026 NBA marketing campaign featuring Inside the NBA on ESPN.
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    Vrabel-Russini Jab Proves ESPN Is Keeping ‘Inside the NBA’ Promise
    ESPN licenses the popular studio show from TNT Sports.
    May 4, 2026
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    Apr 22, 2026; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period in game three of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Dallas Stars at Grand Casino Arena.
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    Main Street Sports Now One Step Closer to Official Demise
    The embattled regional sports network operator reaches another inflection point.
    May 4, 2026
    San Francisco, CA - February 5, 2016- The GeneralÕs Residence at Fort Mason: Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless on the remote set of First Take during coverage for Super Bowl 50.(Photo by Tony Avelar / ESPN Images)
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    Skip Bayless to Appear on ESPN’s ‘First Take’ on Friday
    Bayless previously hosted “First Take” from 2007 to 2016.
    May 4, 2026
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    Kentucky Derby Breaks Viewership Record with 19.6M
    The Kentucky Derby is one of the most-watched U.S. sports events.
    May 3, 2026