Sporticast

Scott and Eben are joined by Eric Jackson for a live taping at SXSW in Austin. They talk about Eminem the WNBA owner, the groups vying for the Celtics, and other musings from their time in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss Fanatics’ long-expected move into ticketing, via a partnership with Ticketmaster. They also talk about Alex Ovechkin’s memorabilia haul, the Yankees’ record 2023 ticket revenue, and WNBA labor omens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben talk about how the NHL is navigating fraught economic and political tensions between the U.S. and Canada. They also discuss a notable legal settlement in college sports, a World Cup halftime change, and Adidas finally ridding itself of Yeezy product. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the media rights settlement between the Orioles and Nationals, and what it means for a potential Nats sale. They also talk about the UFC and the FBI, Alex Ovechkin’s goal chase, and Serena Williams’ latest investment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the latest NFLPA report card, in which anonymous players rated various aspects of their teams. They also discuss the Top 100 most valuable sports franchises, and the ownership future of the Cleveland Guardians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eben and Jacob discuss some recent changes underway with the New York Yankees. They also talk about ESPN’s divorce from MLB, robot umps, MLS’s deal with Apple, and a new MLS owner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben talk about the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off, which ends Thursday with a title showdown between the U.S. and Canada. They talk about the economics of the event, its future, and a rare national win for the sport. They also talk about a first for Nike, baseball’s stadium woes, and women’s sports sponsors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben discuss the very different All-Star breaks in the NBA and NHL. The former had a fairly standard weekend in San Francisco; the latter launched a new four-team international showcase. They also talk about the 100 highest paid athletes in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo’sYouTube account, and a stake in the New York Giants that is on the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speakwith DeMaurice Smith, the former executive director of the NFLPA, about histime running the union, risk management, negotiating a CBA during COVID, andDonald Trump vs. the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Eben speakwith Susie Piotrkowski, VP of women’s sports programming at ESPN, about theEagles’ dominant Super Bowl performance, ESPN’s big weekend of women’s sportscontent, and how Disney utilizes a portfolio that includes the WNBA, NWSL, LeagueOne Volleyball, and more than a dozen college championships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices