Front Office Sports Today

Mark Cuban is selling a majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks to Miriam Adelson, widow of casino magnate Sheldon Adelson, at a $3.5 billion valuation. Cuban will retain control of the team’s basketball operations while potentially collaborating with Adelson on a new arena and surrounding development. The sale and Cuban’s coming departure from "Shark Tank" is raising questions about the billionair...

A report from Futurism states that Sports Illustrated has been publishing AI-generated product reviews. Maggie Harrison, who broke the story, joins the show to explain how she got tipped off, what SI has been doing, and the broader implications for the media world. Plus, the Oakland B’s, a Pioneer League baseball team, are stepping in to replace the Oakland A’s, the NHL is making changes to try to...

David Tepper has now run through six head coaches in five years of owning the Carolina Panthers, building a reputation for organizational chaos — and without a winning season to show for it. We also look at the biggest stories in the college football world, including James Madison University's and Jacksonville State’s timely entrance into the FBS. Plus, we hear from Gotham Chopra, who co-founded R...

It’s been an uneven holiday season thus far for sports retailers like Nike and Adidas, but Dick’s Sporting Goods may be the exception. We also look at the potential for selection chaos for the College Football Playoff and Red Bull’s dominant F1 season and Max Verstappen’s future. Plus, we hear from IMG executive vice president Hillary Mandel on what went on in the room where it happened with the r...

The NCAA is facing a lawsuit that would effectively end the amateurism model and bankrupt the organization. We also look at the massive success of the NFL’s Thanksgiving triple-header and the league’s attempt to take over the other winter holidays. Plus, Men in Blazers Media Network co-founder Roger Bennett joins us to discuss a watershed moment for the Premier League, as external forces are press...

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy were set to launch new, tech-forward golf league TGL, but those plans have been postponed one year due to a disaster at their custom venue. We discuss the implications for TGL — and how its deal with ESPN is shaping its decisions. We also take a look at over $1 billion in dead money currently on NFL rosters in the form of injured quarterbacks. Plus, we hear from UCLA q...

The Las Vegas GP wrapped up a successful first run after an incident involving a loose storm drain cover and unenthused comments from eventual winner Max Verstappen marred the start of the weekend. Verstappen said he’s looking forward to next year, and tickets are already on sale for the 2024 race. We also take a look at the harsh penalty that could knock Everton out of the Premier League and the...

Formula 1 is making a big upfront investment in Las Vegas with the plan of making the Grand Prix a mainstay on its calendar and having a year-round presence in the city. Also, the Oakland A's are officially moving to Vegas. Plus, Peter Rosenberg, co-host of “Over the Top,” joins to discuss how the NFL, NBA, MMA and other sports interact with the rest of the culture and sometimes become bigger than...

Oregon State and Washington State are the only two Pac-12 schools who have not announced their departure from the conference, and now they are fighting for the conference’s assets with the 10 outgoing schools. We also take a look at the deal to keep the Brewers in Milwaukee and Rory McIlroy’s decision to step down from the PGA Tour board. Plus, Andrew Brandt joins to discuss the legal status of Ji...

Netflix is considering a major push into sports broadcasting with a potential bid for the NBA's in-season tournament. We also look at a legal challenge to the public funding granted to the Oakland A’s for a stadium in Las Vegas — and some drama that could cost the New York Yankees a top free-agent pitcher. Plus, former NHL players and hosts of the "Missin Curfew" podcast Scottie Upshall and Shane...

Netflix is producing its first live sports event, The Netflix Cup, which will bring together figures from its sports docuseries "Drive to Survive" and "Full Swing." The move marks a major step for the one major streamer that has previously avoided entering the live sports space. Plus, we take a look at the NBA's recent experiments — from the midseason tournament to a more competitive All-Star Game...

Texas A&M let go of head coach Jimbo Fisher, who is still owed around $76 million. That’s a record buyout for any college coach, and represents the Aggies’ incredible willingness to spend on their program. Also, Megan Rapinoe ends one of the most impactful careers in U.S. soccer history. Plus, we hear from Covers.com sports betting journalist Geoff Zochodne on what the launch of ESPN Bet will mean...

The Biden Administration held an information gathering session with four former college football players, and indicated support for reforms to provide more benefits for athletes. We also look at the NWSL’s transformative new media rights deals and Nick Saban’s growing collection of luxury car dealerships. Plus, we hear from veteran and Paralympic gold medalist Brad Snyder on the impact of the Para...

Annika Sörenstam joins us along with Parity CEO Leela Srinivasan to discuss the $3.25 million purse for The Annika LPGA event, which is part of Gainbridge’s Parity Week. We also discuss the golf legend's induction into the Augusta National golf club, and joining forces with Billie Jean King and Lyn St. James to advocate for women athletes. We also check in on Amazon’s plans for the Black Friday br...

Shohei Ohtani is a free agent, bringing the baseball world to a moment it has been anticipating for years. The two-way star could set the record for highest playing contract in U.S. history. We look at which teams could sign the star. Plus, New York Mets owner Steve Cohen is looking to develop the area around Citi Field with an $8 billion project, which could be contingent on him landing a coveted...

Billie Jean King, who is being honored at Gainbridge’s Parity Week, has made a seismic impact on sports, civil rights, and culture in the U.S. and the world. This week, she’s joining golf and racing legends Annika Sörenstam and Lyn St. James to celebrate and further the causes of creating space and careers for women in sports. We also look at issues with the courts designed for the NBA’s midseason...

The WNBA’s move to Portland seemed like a foregone conclusion. So why did it reverse course? The league’s stated reasons don’t necessarily hold water, and Bill Oram of the Oregonian joins to provide an alternate theory, based on his reporting. Plus, we look at a women’s soccer move that will be felt on both sides of the Atlantic, the owner of the Washington Capitals and Wizards seeking $600 millio...

The Breeders Cup, which begins on Friday, offers the largest U.S. prize pool in horse racing. The signature race at the tournament carries a prize of $6 million, but millions more will be won throughout the weekend. Fanduel TV’s Dave Weaver joins us to discuss the race and the state of horse racing amid concerns about equine safety. Plus, we hear from barrier-breaking racing legend Lyn St. James,...

LSU unveiled its lavish women’s basketball locker room, the latest example of how the program has invested in its top-tier program. The school is defending its NCAA tournament title while asserting itself as a top target for recruits and transfers. Plus, we hear from F2 driver Juan Manuel Correa, who had to leave his home country and overcome long odds to make it to his current position, one step...

After a summer of speculation, James Harden is finally on his way to the Los Angeles Clippers. We look into how the NBA’s new rules around load management for star players may have helped bring the deal to fruition — and how they might give players leverage going forward. Plus, we take a deep dive into the record-low viewership numbers for the World Series, which present a mix of systemic and circ...

No sanctions have been issued in the sign-stealing investigation of undefeated Michigan, but it’s reportedly already affecting head coach Jim Harbaugh. Michigan reportedly rescinded an offer that would have made him the highest-paid coach in the Big Ten and fourth among all college coaches — and the NFL will carry over any suspensions he gets from the NCAA, should he return to that league. We also...

The Texas Rangers accelerated their timeline to putting a contender on the field, and they are being rewarded for it. We dive into certain unique features of the organization that brought them to where they are today. Plus, we hear from Mexican National Flag Football Team quarterback and NFL global ambassador Diana Flores on the growth of flag football and how she and the NFL are seeing green shoo...

The Texas Rangers host the Arizona Diamondbacks, beginning a World Series matchup few could have predicted. We look into how these two clubs got here — and how they’ll impact viewership and ticket demand. Plus, we hear from The Athletic’s senior MLB writer Evan Drellich on the Fall Classic, how incentivized MLB teams are to win, and an ongoing attempt to remove the league’s century-old antitrust e...

FIFA is looking into whether AT&T Stadium and MetLife Stadium are up for the challenge of hosting the hugely anticipated 2026 World Cup final. Plus, another Chicago-area suburb makes its pitch for the Bears, and Charles Barkley shows why he is unique among sports commentators. Later in the episode, we hear from former NFL player and current NFL Network analyst Gerald McCoy on his move to the media...

The NBA is working with tech company Playback to create an alt-cast platform that allows fans to watch along with podcasters and creators. Playback is looking to strike similar deals with other major sports leagues. Plus, ESPN and Andscape senior NBA writer Marc Spears joins to discuss the state of the league, its relationship to the G-League and Overtime Elite, and where it should expand next. Le...