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 host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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Sep 30, 2022 • 6min
Big Ten, Big 12 Could Raid Pac-12
Concerns of the Pac-12's sustainability are growing, Porsche goes public, Athletes Unlimited raises its first outside capital, and Vail Resorts posts favorable earnings.
Sep 29, 2022 • 6min
Record Salary Cap Projected for NHL
The NHL salary cap is expected to rise, Lululemon launches a new fitness platform, League One Volleyball scores $16.75 million in funding, and NBA stars invest in pickleball.
Sep 28, 2022 • 6min
Steve Ballmer Retains Title as Richest US Sports Owner
Steve Ballmer is the richest sports team owner, FTX acquires Voyager Digital's assets, Nautilus is considering a sale, and Qatar is beefing up security at the World Cup.
Sep 27, 2022 • 6min
Egypt Eyes Historical Bid for Summer Olympics
Egypt is interested in hosting the 2036 Olympics, a senator is vying for a WNBA team in Portland, the Pro Bowl is gone, and Juventus reports a record financial loss.
Sep 26, 2022 • 6min
Texts Reveal ACC Merger Talk
The ACC has discussed a merger with the Pac-12 or Big 12, the Phoenix Suns sale will likely reach at least $2.5 billion, MLB strikes a broadcast deal with the BBC, and JD Sports posts a strong quarter.
Sep 23, 2022 • 6min
Brett Favre Tied to Scandal
Brett Favre has been tied to funds intended for Mississippi welfare recipients, Qatar's World Cup infrastructure faces issues shortly before the start of the tournament, a number of well known billionaires are considering a bid for the Phoenix Suns, and Oakland vies for a WNBA team.
Sep 22, 2022 • 6min
Ares Could Back John Textor’s Bid for Lyon
Ares Management could back John Textor's bid for Olympique Lyonnais, Oakland is looking to secure more money for a stadium, LootMugul secures a $200 million investment, and Robert Sarver is selling the Phoenix Suns and Mercury.
Sep 21, 2022 • 6min
Abrams, Rees Launch Sports-Focused Investment Firm
Peloton launches its rowing machine, the Chicago Fire could build a soccer-specific stadium, two sports executives launch an investment firm, and Iowa State unveils plans for a $200 million entertainment development.
Sep 20, 2022 • 6min
NHL Owner in Exclusive Talks to Buy AFC Bournemouth
An NHL owner is an exclusive talks to acquire AFC Bournemouth, Formula 1 will sell "affordable" tickets for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Comcast is eyeing Warner Bros. Discovery, and an athlete stock market launches.
Sep 19, 2022 • 6min
Suns Co-Owner Calls for Sarver to Resign
A Phoenix Suns co-owner is calling for the resignation of the team's majority owner, the NFL is teaming up with the Bundesliga, Bowlero exceeds expectations in its latest earnings report, and Silver Lake increases its stake in City Football Group.
