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 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.
Dec 22, 2022 • 6min
FIFA President Has Plan for World Cup Every Three Years
FIFA's president wants a triennial World Cup, Nashville's Metro Council approves the term sheet for a new stadium, MSG Sphere's price grows, and Andretti Autosport receives financing to enter Formula 1.
Dec 21, 2022 • 6min
Nike Reports $13B Amid Rising Costs
Nike reports Q2 earnings, the NFL invests in NOBULL, the PGA Tour bounces back, and Paramount is the favorite for Cricket Australia's media rights.
Dec 20, 2022 • 6min
FTX Accused of Illegally Financing Super Bowl Ad
FTX is accused of combining funds, LIV Golf's COO departs, the CFP will generate at least $450 million in its media deal's final two years, and La Liga is considering legal action against FIFA.
Dec 19, 2022 • 6min
Qatar’s Record World Cup Haul
Qatar brings in record World Cup viewership and spending, Mark Cuban wants an arena with a resort, E.W. Scripps Co. wants in on sports, and FIFA revamps the Club World Cup.
Dec 16, 2022 • 6min
NFL Might Play in Germany Twice
NFL considers a second 2023 game in Germany, Ford explores a F1 deal with Red Bull, the WNBA will not announce an expansion site this year, and the National Cycling League raises $7.5 million.
Dec 15, 2022 • 6min
NFL Owners Pave Way for New Stadiums
NFL owners approve multiple team stadiums and renovations, Naomi Osaka and Patrick Mahomes join Major League Pickleball, Calvin Lo wants in on Formula 1, and the Premier Hockey Federation doubles its salary cap.
Dec 14, 2022 • 6min
Emerging Women’s Super League Could Seek $123M in Funding
The WSL could seek investment, John Textor agrees to buy Olympique Lyonnais, Major League Pickleball reveals its format, and Amazon is mooted as a potential buyer for Manchester United.
Dec 13, 2022 • 6min
Sports Teams For Sale As Prices Soar
At least 10 pro teams explore sales, Fanatics want to launch its betting app in Maryland, Manchester City is interested in a new development, and major athletes are being sued as member of the Bored Ape Yacht Club.
