Front Office Sports Today
Front Office Sports
Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports.Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our hosts, Baker and Renee as they offer insightful commentary on breaking news and engage in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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Jan 17, 2023 • 6min
MLB Looking to Move Into Streaming Era with New Hire
MLB hires a Sinclair executive, Old Trafford could be demolished, Technogym's owner hangs on to his shares, and the NWSL raises its salary cap.
Jan 13, 2023 • 6min
Saudi Club Reportedly Ready to Offer Messi $300M Per Year
Lionel Messi receives offers from several clubs, Lewis Hamilton could be a Manchester United owner, LAFC condenses its ownership, and the Boston Red Sox are not up for sale.
Jan 12, 2023 • 6min
FTX Bankruptcy Hits Tom Brady
Tom Brady owns more than 1.1 million common shares in now-bankrupt FTX, Formula 1 teams disagree on entrance fees, Conventry City FC is acquired, and plans to build 32 esports stadiums are revealed.
Jan 11, 2023 • 6min
Man City’s Revenue First Among European Domestic Champs
Manchester City generates the most revenue of European domestic soccer champions, Cleveland's mayor wants any new or renovation stadium to be a community asset, FC Barcelona announced plans to upgrade Spotify Camp Nou, and Patrick Mahomes becomes a part owner of an NWSL team.
Jan 10, 2023 • 6min
Formula 1 Aiming for $500M Haul from Vegas GP
Formula 1 targets $500 million for its Las Vegas race, Bowlero has its best year yet, Landmark Development proposes upgrades to Soldier Field, and New York sets another sports betting record.
Jan 9, 2023 • 6min
FIFA Caps Agents’ Pay After $623M Year
FIFA introduces commission caps, the IIHF wants a decision from the NHL on whether it'll play in the 2026 Olympics, Cadillac teams up with Andretti Global to enter Formula 1, and Peloton agrees to a $19 million fine.
Jan 6, 2023 • 6min
Some CFP Title Game Tickets Going For Six Figures
Tickets for the CFP Championship are in high demand, Sony and Honda team up on a car with Epic Games' Unreal Engine, Pickleball continues its growth, and LIV Golf is accused of building an intelligence file on the families of 9/11 victims.
Jan 5, 2023 • 6min
Ottawa Senators Sale Hits Speed Bump
The Ottawa Senators' sale hits a speed bump, Esports becomes an official sport in India, the NCAA considers growing March Madness to 90 teams, and Tampa Bay releases proposals for a ballpark-centered development.
Jan 4, 2023 • 6min
NHL Looks to Media for Growth
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman sees big potential in the streaming era, the PGA Tour restructured its $2 billion deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, Formula 1 could add new teams, and the Ravens make moves to stay where they are.
Jan 3, 2023 • 6min
The Big Ten Wins Despite College Football Playoff Losses
The Big Ten pocketed $12 million from the CFP even with both Michigan and Ohio State suffering losses, the Kansas City Royals visited 14 different sites in their search for a new stadium, the Jacksonville Jaguars are redesigning TIAA Bank Field, and Aston Villa has been given the green light to expand Villa Park.
