Front Office Sports Today

Fenway Sports Group, which owns the Pittsburgh Penguins, is now buying the team's regional sports network, AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh. Fenway is expected to follow the model it has used with the Boston Red Sox's NESN channel by introducing streaming for local fans. But the purchase presents a fork in the road for the Pittsburgh Pirates — also broadcast by AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh.Plus, we hear from ESPN broadcaster Jessica Mendoza on broadcasting the Little League World Series, being one of the first female broadcasters in an MLB booth, and the state of MLB.

Cal and Stanford have engaged the Big 12, Arizona State will not host bowl games this season amid an NCAA investigation, Spanish coaches are resigning en masse to protest Luis Rubiales, and the Oakland A’s may try to share Oracle Park with the San Francisco Giants for three years.Plus, we speak to USTA CEO and US Open tournament director Stacey Allaster on the 50th anniversary of Billie Jean King successfully advocating for equal pay between men and women at the US Open.

The ACC has three schools knocking out the door but remains undecided whether to let them in. Front Office Sports reporter Amanda Christovich breaks down why ACC members are on the fence —and if this is really the end of the Pac-12.Plus, FOS newsletter co-author David Rumsey speaks to New York Red Bulls president Marc de Grandpré on Messi Mania coming to the Big Apple, and we hear from tennis legend and ESPN analyst Chris Evert on the U.S. Open.

Reggie Bush won the Heisman Trophy in 2005, then had it taken away for accepting impermissible benefits, according to the NCAA. We dive into the backstory of this thorny case, and what’s likely to happen next.Plus, the US Gymnastics Championships begin on Thursday, as three former champions, Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, and Suni Lee, look to assert themselves. Journalist Ari Saperstein joins to discuss what this key moment, with an eye toward the 2024 Olympics.

Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf has floated the possibility that the team could leave Guaranteed Rate Field — or even depart Chicago entirely — if they don’t get a good deal when their lease runs out in six years. We explore how serious that threat is — and whether Reinsdorf even intends to keep the team.Plus, MLB Hall of Famer Tom Glavine discusses his broadcasting career, how he’s had to adjust to the pitch clock as an analyst, the surging Atlanta Braves, and the biggest what-if of his career.

MLS Commissioner Don Garber told ESPN he thinks clubs should take the initiative in harnessing Messi Mania for long-term growth. Newsletter co-authors Eric Fisher and David Rumsey discuss what Garber's comments mean for MLS clubs going forward.Plus, we are joined by Rob Petrozzo, co-founder of the Rally Museum — where everything on exhibit is available for public investment.

Spain defeated England to win its first Women’s World Cup at a time when then the women’s game has never been more popular. We take a look at what this tournament meant for women’s soccer.Plus, we take a look at the multi-club model of soccer team ownership, first with a new women’s fund that aims to raise $100 million to buy women’s teams, and then with 777 co-founder Josh Wander, who was one of the early innovators in that realm.

The Kansas City Royals are looking for a new home to replace Kaufman Stadium. We get the latest on the sites they have in mind, how much it will cost, and what will be there other than a stadium.Plus, we hear from MLB legend Tino Martinez on his work with the PBX pickleball league and his thoughts on MLB today and the state of the New York teams.

Michael Oher, who became nationally known as the subject of “The Blind Side” book and movie, is suing the Tuohy family that he lived with for years. New York Times reporter Santul Nerkar and attorney Nick Soltman join the show to explore the narrative and legal implications of what Oher is doing, and why he is taking action years after his retirement.

“Undisputed” host Skip Bayless has torn up his winning formula and is now emulating Stephen A. Smith. Front Office Sports senior writer Mike McCarthy stops by to explain the perplexing and ego-filled dilemma facing Fox — and why not everyone there is happy with the changes.Plus, Comcast has a unique program connecting sports tech startups with some of the biggest sports properties in the world. Jenna Kurath, who runs the media giant’s program, joins the show to explain the initiative and how it can be a win for all parties.