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The Lakers have new ownership incoming, with a valuation of $10 billion. How will it affect team operations going forward, and what does this record valuation mean for the rest of the league and sports world at large? FOS deals reporter Ben Horney joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain. Plus, the Finals have struggled from a ratings perspective, but if previous trends hold, Game 7 on Sunday could bring the boom that the league needs. Also, boxing promoter and Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn talks about Dana White's recent move into the world of boxing, the Dodgers take a stand against ICE, and Drake loses $800,000. Key Moments: 0:51 - Ace Bailey, College World Series finalized, LA Dodgers deny Ice 4:40 - New Lakers ownership 9:44 - Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn 17:37 - NBA Finals Game 7 21:34 - Drake loses $800K Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more.

The Florida Panthers completed their second consecutive Stanley Cup Final run in dominant fashion, thanks largely to savvy moves by their front office. But the formula to keep up their winning ways could get complicated in this offseason, says FOS editor Meredith Turits. Plus, NBA Meme King Josiah Johnson joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain how NBA Twitter has influenced the league's decisions, especially during these Finals, and how fake news account NBACentel factors into it all. Also, Tuesday's skirmish involving Caitlin Clark has WNBA fans calling out a league-wide refereeing problem,  Club World Cup attendance is concerningly low for some matches, and Noah Lyles cancels his race with Tyreek Hill. Key Moments: 0:36 - Fever merch, JJ McCarthy, NASCAR street race3:16 - How Florida won the Stanley Cup9:53 - NBA Meme King Josiah Johnson13:34 - Caitlin Clark skirmish17:31 - Club World Cup attendance22:30 - Tyreek Hill and Noah Lyles race Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FOSToday/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more.

PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan has officially announced he will be stepping down in 2026 as Brian Rolapp, former NFL chief media officer, is set to take over. Will Rolapp accomplish what Monahan could not and complete the merger deal with LIV Golf? FOS reporter David Rumsey weighs in.Plus, baseball writer Joon Lee reveals dirty details behind the Red Sox' shocking decision to trade franchise cornerstone Rafael Devers, which includes a growing rift inside Boston's organization at the top level.Also, five-time Pro Bowler Terron Armstead joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington in the studio to explain his decision to retire early, offering his thoughts on the NFL's injury management system and potential 18th game. Key Moments: 0:44 - NBA Twitter, NHL Ratings, Ohtani and Mizuhara 4:46 - New PGA commissioner and LIV merger 9:51 - 5x Pro Bowler Terron Armstead 17:31 - Inside Red Sox dysfunction 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/  📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

The Red Sox shocked the baseball world Sunday when they shipped top slugger Rafael Devers to the Giants in what some are calling MLB's Luka Dončić moment. Robert Murray, the insider who broke this story, joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain how this shocking trade came together and what's next for both teams. Plus, WNBA Hall of Famer Sylvia Fowles joins Front Office Sports Today just days after her induction, and she gives her take on the ongoing CBA discussions and the marketability of next-gen stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Also, Kevin Durant gives his trade preferences, the Grizzlies follow in the Thunder's footsteps, and Shohei Ohtani returns to the bump after nearly two years. Key Moments: 0:42 - U.S. Open, NBA blockbuster, Ohtani returns 4:41 - Inside Devers deal 9:41 - WNBA HOFer Sylvia Fowles 17:23 - Kevin Durant trade destinations and haul 21:15 - Caitlin Clark new shoes 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: ⁠https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/⁠  📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/FOS_Today⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/⁠ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc⁠ iHeart: ⁠https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s longtime rumored successor, Brian Rolapp (the architect of the NFL’s $111 billion in media deals), is jumping over to become the first-ever CEO of the PGA Tour. FOS reporter David Rumsey explains what Rolapp’s hiring means for future LIV/PGA Tour merger talks and if he still could eventually succeed Goodell for the NFL’s top job when Goodell decides to retire. Plus, Hornets legend Dell Curry joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to chat about his son Steph Curry’s future in broadcasting after his playing days with the Warriors are over; the ratings for the NBA Finals are on the rebound ahead of Game 4 between the Thunder and Pacers; and Odessa Jenkins, CEO of the Women’s National Football Conference, talks about women's tackle football ahead of their IX Cup. Key Moments: 00:51 – NBA Game 3 Playoff Ratings 04:52 – PGA Tour has a new CEO 09:52 – Will Steph Curry follow in his dad’s footsteps? 17:30 – Odessa Jenkins talks Women’  21:45 – Date night for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce at the Stanley Cup Final 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/  📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

Ahead of calling Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final and his 1,486th national game, TNT's Kenny Albert joins Baker Machado and Derryl Barnes on Front Office Sports Today to talk about passing his dad, Marv Albert, for second all-time in games called. He also weighs in on the Panthers' chance to repeat and keep their team together in the offseason—specifically their breakout star, Sam Bennett. Plus, Jeff Gordon talks about NASCAR's future and its rapid international expansion ahead of a Cup Series in Mexico City, and he discusses his new documentary that covers NASCAR's race at Le Mans. Also, the Pacers are still booked as underdogs in the NBA Finals, MetLife finally gets a grass field (for now), and Grand Slam Track may be on its last hurdle. Key Moments: 0:40 - Grand Slam Track in Trouble 2:01 - Bengals Top Pick Holds Out 3:18 - NBA Finals Odds 4:46 - Stanley Cup Fallout with @KennyAlbert 10:09 - Jeff Gordon Interview 17:46 - U.S. Open Media Rights Up In The Air 21:35 - Metlife FIFA Turf Conversion Irks NFLPA 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now:    / @frontofficesports   Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newslet... 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn:   / front-office-sports   Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram:   / fos_today   🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEur... iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-fr...

With the FIFA Club World Cup beginning this weekend and the men’s FIFA World Cup a year away, host cities are locked in to preparation. Tim Zulawski of Arthur M. Blank Sports and Entertainment Group tells our Baker Machado and Renee Washington how Atlanta is getting ready for the event, which is expected to generate more than $13 billion in revenue. FOS reporter Colin Salao also joins from Indiana ahead of the pivotal Game 3 of the NBA Finals as ratings plummet to their lowest since the COVID-19 season. Plus, Dan Rooney of the Steelers' front office joins FOS Today to discuss Aaron Rodgers signing with the team, the upcoming Ireland game, and the NFL Draft. Key Moments: 0:39 - CBB Challenge, Shaq lawsuit, Knicks coach 4:23 - NBA Finals Game 3 9:50 - FIFA World Cup preparation 17:15 - Steelers on Aaron Rodgers 21:11 - Joey Chestnut's return 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

NFL mandatory minicamp has begun with a slew of stars holding out, including the league's top two sack leaders in TJ Watt and Trey Hendrickson. NFL Network reporter Cameron Wolfe joins Front Office Sports Today with what he's heard on the two edge rushers as well as Jalen Ramsey, Terry McLaurin and more. He also discusses the highly incentivized contract for new Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers. Plus, new Ravens receiver DeAndre Hopkins joins the show to discuss his expectations for playing alongside Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, his off-field ventures including a music label, and finding brand partnerships that align with his goals. Also, the MLB buys a stake in Jomboy Media, the WNBA's newest franchise is set to become the most valuable women's sports team in the world, and the NCAA releases a study on harassment during March Madness. Key Moments: 0:47 - Jomboy x MLB, Fever and Sky, FanDuel's tax 4:24 - NFL mandatory minicamp holdouts 9:27 - DeAndre Hopkins joins 17:02 - WNBA valuations 21:00 - March madness harassment study 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

The pivotal House v. NCAA settlement was approved Friday and will usher in a new era of NIL (name, image, and likeness) and collegiate athletics at large. FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain the ruling's effect on schools and athletes. Plus, tennis writer Giri Nathan joins to discuss the instant-classic French Open final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, why it signifies the official change of eras for tennis, and how Sinner's doping scandal affects his status and the sport at large. We also talk about the Stanley Cup Final with Kathryn Tappen of NHL Network, and a Michael Jordan rookie card is selling for more than $2 million. Key Moments: 0:45 - NBA Finals logo, Ronaldo, WNBA schedule 4:42 - NCAA vs House settlement 9:30 - New era of Tennis 17:13 - Stanley Cup 21:17 - MJ's insane rookie card price 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/ 📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/

The previous matchup between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky set a ratings record as Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese got into it. But even with Clark not suiting up for Indiana this weekend, Chicago still hopes to set an attendance record when it hosts the Fever at the Bulls' United Center for the rematch.  FOS reporter Colin Salao will be at the game and tells Baker Machado and Renee Washington what to anticipate.Plus, former NFL linebacker Brandon Copeland gives advice on the new world of NIL (name, image, and likeness) and how collegiate and professional players can avoid predatory financial situations. We also hear about the importance of data in MLB, and David Beckham receives England’s highest recognition. Key Moments: 0:44 - Aaron Rodgers, Michael Jordan, College World Series 5:46 - Fever-Sky rematch 9:43 - Former NFL LB Brandon Copeland 17:18 - Data in baseball 20:52 - David Beckham 📈 Don’t miss tomorrow’s top stories in the business and culture of sports — Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@FrontOfficeSports/subscribe Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture, with insightful commentary and appearances from athletes, executives, and more. 📧 Newsletter: https://frontofficesports.com/newsletters/  📱 Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-office-sports/ Twitter: https://x.com/FOS_Today Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fos_today/ 🎙️ Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/front-office-sports-today/id1579078258 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jFxEurA627FJDd0XAw2Wc iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-front-office-sports-today-94429957/