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8/21/26 - Jeanie Buss’s Ownership Battle, US Open’s Record Purse, Harden Hits $500M Aug 21, 2026 872 Lakers governor Jeanie Buss’s path to staying in charge gets tougher as her siblings look to sell their stake The US Open announces a record $108 million prize purse as Carlos Alcaraz confirms his return ESPN in talks to give Pat McAfee his own “Monday Night Football” alt-cast MLS considers a major playoff overhaul, expanding the field to 20 teams An NFL preseason standout could return

8/20/26 -McAfee Joins ESPN’s ‘MNC,’ Walter’s $17B Problem, Bueckers-Fudd Go Public Aug 20, 2026 831 Pat McAfee joins ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown as part of the network’s Super Bowl LXI buildup At least $17 billion in undisclosed loans are at the center of a federal probe into Mark Walter’s investment empire, a week after his $12.5 billion Lakers sale LIV Golf players react to meeting the tour’s proposed new investor as purses get slashed Nneka Ogwumike announces her WNBA retirement af

8/19/26 - Lakers Family Feud, NFL Eyes Overseas Team, Knicks Embarrass Nets Aug 19, 2026 865 Jeanie Buss is fighting her own family over the Lakers’ remaining 17.8% stake NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says a team playing full-time outside the U.S. is coming Venus Williams gets a US Open wild card, with one spot still held for Serena LIV Golf cuts $30 million in prize money and faces a new $1.2 million lawsuit Nets owner Joe Tsai calls the Knicks’ title run “embarrassing” for

8/18/26 - Clippers’ Ballmer Reportedly Cleared, Walter Eyes Chelsea Exit, Jayden Daniels Trolled Aug 18, 2026 864 ESPN says the NBA found no evidence Clippers owner Steve Ballmer funneled money to Kawhi Leonard Mark Walter in talks to sell Chelsea stake at $5 billion valuation, one week after selling Lakers Padres $3.9 billion sale makes Kwanza Jones the first Black majority owner in MLB history WTA plans vote to cut required tournaments for tennis’s biggest stars Brands and teams troll Jayden Dan

A Conversation with Jessica Pegula on the US Open, WTA Sex Testing, and More. Aug 17, 2026 801 Jess Pegula, women's tennis player, joins Front Office Sports Editor-in-Chief Dan Roberts to discuss the US Open, Player Pay Protests and WTA Sex Testing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08/17/26 - Bezos Buys Into Liverpool, Brady Rules Hit Aikman, NFL WAGs Going Viral Aug 17, 2026 726 Jeff Bezos buys a 30 percent stake in Liverpool worth $5.9 billion The NFL applies Tom Brady’s team-access restrictions to Troy Aikman MSG scores a major win in Charles Oakley’s nine-year legal battle Cristiano Ronaldo hints his playing career could end after this season Videos of NFL WAGs at training camp are part of a coordinated league strategy LeBron James launches YouTube chann

8/14/26 - NBA Owners ‘Stunned’ by Lakers Sale, Knicks’ $67M Run, WTA Sex Testing Starts Aug 14, 2026 859 NBA owners are “stunned” after Mark Walter sold the Lakers to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner for a record $12.5B, 14 months after buying the team Knicks’ title run added $67M to MSG Sports’s bottom line in its fiscal Q4 Portland City Council adds $120M toward Blazers’ arena renovations in attempt to keep team in city Jessica Pegula confirms WTA genetic sex testing has begun at the Cincinnati

8/13/26 - Lakers’ Shocking $12.5B Sale, Cuban Drops Mavs Suit, Field of Dreams Tickets Soar Aug 13, 2026 788 Lakers sold for a record $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner, less than 14 months after Mark Walter bought the team CBS Sports says there’s “no timetable” for Tony Romo’s return Mark Cuban withdraws lawsuit against Mavs owner Patrick Dumont but signals more fighting ahead Field of Dreams game tickets push near $1,000 ahead of Thursday’s Netflix game in Iowa The Jonas Brothers

8/12/26 – Knicks-LeBron Tickets Soar, Trump Backs Infantino, Romo’s CBS Future Unclear Aug 12, 2026 723 Tickets for the Knicks’ championship ring night against LeBron and the Sixers skyrocket President Donald Trump publicly defends FIFA president Gianni Infantino amid a leadership revolt Pro Football Hall of Fame Game draws more viewers than Wimbledon, Home Run Derby, and Stanley Cup Final Bills say they're addressing fan complaints about obstructed seats at their new $2.2 billion Highmark

8/11/26 - FIFA’s Infantino Under Fire, ESPN’s New 20-Team CFP Play, Bills Fans on New $2.2B Stadium Aug 11, 2026 879 Soccer's biggest confederations accuse FIFA president Gianni Infantino of “deception” ESPN is reportedly shopping a new 20-team College Football Playoff format NCAA partners with FBI to protect athletes from sextortion crimes US Open ticket prices surge despite Sinner and Alcaraz injury questions Bills fans sound off on new $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium Make sure to subscribe and fol

8/10/26 - WNBA's Weekend of Controversy, Senate Punts on College Sports Bill, Kyle Shanahan's Autopilot Confession Aug 10, 2026 819 WNBA commissioner says league will addresses transgender eligibility DiJonai Carrington ejected after flagrant foul on Sophie Cunningham Senate punts college sports reform vote to September Kyle Shanahan reveals Tesla autopilot played a role in his car crash Five enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame including Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Offi

A Conversation with Jason Wright on Investing in Women's Sports. Aug 8, 2026 1799 Jason Wright, Managing Partner & Head of Investments at Ariel Project Level, joins Ben Horney of Front Office at the 2026 Huddle in the Hamptons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8/7/26 - Aikman and Buck Talks, Fox Won’t Renegotiate NFL Rights Until 2028, and Yankees’ Polymarket Deal Aug 7, 2026 857 Aikman and Buck enter high-stakes ESPN contract negotiations Fox won’t renegotiate NFL rights until 2028 Yankees sign a team-level deal with Polymarket Influencers are flooding major sports events in growing numbers Akron football’s viral promo is attracting celebrity season-ticket buyers Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the l

8/6/26 – LIV’s Funding Promise, Disney Sells Out Super Bowl, Inside Tom Brady’s CardVault Aug 6, 2026 745 LIV Golf CEO says the league has locked in an investor to keep it running into 2027 NBC fends off Fox, Netflix, and Amazon to retain Preakness Stakes rights Disney sells out of Super Bowl LXI ad inventory An inside look at Tom Brady's CardVault expansion Dr. Anthony Fauci's lawyer fires back at Aaron Rodgers Cleveland's new WNBA team won’t face a trademark fight Make sure to subsc

8/5/26 - UFC Freedom 250’s $30M Loss, Bijan's Record Deal, Infantino Losing Support Aug 5, 2026 635 UFC’s White House event lost $30 million despite record revenue England withdraws support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA reelection bid Bijan Robinson becomes the highest-paid running back in NFL history Aaron Rodgers goes on a tangent on “The Pat McAfee Show” Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the bus

Meet The Next MLS Commissioner Larry Berg Aug 4, 2026 1074 Larry Berg, new MLS commissioner, joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports immediately following his introductory press conference to discuss his new role and his vision for the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

8/4/26 – Pochettino's New Deal, Dodgers Load Up, Browns Pick Turf Aug 4, 2026 702 U.S. Soccer signs Mauricio Pochettino to an extension through the 2030 World Cup Dodgers stay defiant after Skubal trade as other big-market teams sell off stars Browns confirm their new stadium will have artificial turf, not grass Delta and DraftKings launch free-to-play SkyPicks game for in-flight entertainment Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to st

8/3/26 – FIFA Scraps World Cup Investment Plan, Dodgers Land Skubal, NCAA's Eligibility Chaos Aug 3, 2026 802 FIFA abandons plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors after backlash Dodgers acquire Tarik Skubal from Tigers in blockbuster trade, reigniting salary cap debate Federal judge grants thousands of Class of 2022 athletes a fifth year of NCAA eligibility Adam Schefter faces scrutiny over early investment in Underdog ahead of $2.15B sale Why women's sports teams are like “small-c

7/31/26 - UEFA’s FIFA Boycott, LeBron’s ‘Last Dance’ Doc, Tush Push Stays Jul 31, 2026 864 UEFA and CONCACAF both reject FIFA’s private investment plan LeBron and ESPN nearing a “Last Dance”–style documentary deal NBA cancels Middle East preseason games amid Iran conflict NFL has no plans to crack down on the Tush Push WNBA deletes video of Paige Bueckers and Angel Reese betting on a game Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-da

7/30/26 - USMNT Nearing Pochettino Return, FIFA Draws UEFA Criticism, Yankees and Knicks to DAZN Jul 30, 2026 735 Mauricio Pochettino close to a four-year USMNT extension for 2030 World Cup Macklin Celebrini sets a new NHL salary record at age 20 F1 may move its season finale out of the Middle East over Iran War Yankees and Knicks are ditching Gotham app for DAZN FIFA's $20B commercial plan draws a UEFA boycott threat Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay u

7/29/26 - FIFA's $20B Profit Machine, Record NCAA Jersey Patch Deals, LIV Golf Cancels Another Event Jul 29, 2026 800 FIFA plans to launch new $20 billion subsidiary Ohio State and Notre Dame land historic jersey patch deals NFL owners quietly discuss Roger Goodell successors Steve Smith lands a recurring role across ESPN programming LIV Golf cancels another event with only two remaining for the year Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the lates

7/28/26 - 76ers’ Huge TV Boost, UNC GM Investigation, Stanford’s Unionization Process Jul 28, 2026 777 LeBron’s effect on the 76ers’ national TV schedule UNC’s top-paid college football GM placed on leave Democrats summon Infantino over FIFA-Trump relationship Stanford athletes take first steps in collective bargaining process Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more abo

7/27/26 - LeBron’s 76ers Decision, WNBA Officiating Overhaul, Michigan AD Buyout Jul 27, 2026 853 LeBron James decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers WNBA invests tens of millions in a new replay center WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert's future remains uncertain Michigan pays AD Warde Manuel over $7 million to leave College basketball rosters now cost at least $10 million Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conve

7/24/26 - Mark Cuban Buys Into A's, Raiders Sign Mendoza, Sophie Cunningham's Meteoric Rise Jul 24, 2026 785 Lane Kiffin regrets his messy Ole Miss departure Raiders lock up top pick Fernando Mendoza for $57M Mark Cuban joins the Athletics' ownership group as minority investor ESPN launches a new college football talk show featuring Josh Pate Sophie Cunningham adds millions of social followers in just one month Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-

A Conversation with Chris Bosh on LeBron's Next Team, Athlete Contract Taxes, and Returning to Court for Charity Jul 23, 2026 807 Chris Bosh joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Why he thinks LeBron James should go to Miami and team up with Giannis • His health update and the growing awareness of blood clots in the NBA • His return to the court for the USA Basketball & RX3 charity 3-on-3 tournament • NBA expansion to Seattle and Vegas and Europe and what it means for the game • Why former NBA players are r

7/23/26 - SEC Breakaway Talks, Bezos Eyes Liverpool, Miami’s LeBron Error Jul 23, 2026 769 SEC commissioner says breakaway from NCAA is being discussed Jeff Bezos linked to a Liverpool ownership stake Heat accidentally post link to LeBron introductory press conference Victor Wembanyama, Caitlin Clark, and Derrick Rose named NBA 2K27 cover athletes Pat McAfee announces his debut music album Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-d

7/22/26 - World Cup Final Ratings, ESPN Layoffs, LeBron Waits, WFAN to SiriusXM Jul 22, 2026 818 World Cup Final draws nearly 40 million viewers on Fox; most watched soccer match in U.S. history ESPN cuts 10+ on-air talent in major layoffs Rich Paul says LeBron won't rush decision on where he plays next WFAN and 22 local sports radio stations head to SiriusXM Aaron Rodgers reunites with estranged family before final season Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports ac

A Conversation with Jake Paul on Women's Sports, Prediction Markets & $100M Investment Fund Jul 21, 2026 758 Jake Paul and Geoff Woo join Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Anti Fund's investment thesis in prediction markets and Polymarket Buying Bitcoin at 15 years old and his long-term thesis on crypto and DeFi • How AI will change sports and why human competition is irreplaceable • Whether athlete team ownership is actually a smart investment at today's valuations • What the general pub

7/21/26 - Michigan AD Out, Goodell Extension, Zlatan Exits Fox, Tom Brady vs. Logan Paul Jul 21, 2026 785 Michigan fires AD Warde Manuel after ten-year tenure NFL owners moving toward a new Roger Goodell extension Portland Trail Blazers and city at odds over arena deal Zlatan Ibrahimovic calls it quits at the FOS Sports desk Tom Brady and Logan Paul's feud sparks WWE rumors Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations

CFB Analyst ⁨Josh Pate⁩ on Michigan Chaos, ESPN, McAfee, the Trump Interview, & More Jul 20, 2026 838 Josh Pate joins Dan Roberts on Front Office Sports to discuss: • The fallout at Michigan football and what happens to AD Warde Manuel • Why the college football world was right to draw a hard line on Brendan Sorsby • Whether the NCAA has any real power left in college athletics I• nterviewing President Donald Trump and what the backlash taught him • His path at ESPN and the Pat McAfee road map C

7/20/26 - Spain Wins World Cup, Open Championship Controversy, McGregor Timeline Jul 20, 2026 749 Spain beats Argentina in extra time for World Cup title DeChambeau gets two-stroke penalty at the British Open McGregor has torn ACL, targets UFC return by summer 2027 Telemundo lands three-year Champions League Spanish rights deal FIFA's first-ever World Cup halftime show earns mixed reviews Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on t

A Conversation with Nate Burleson on Russell Wilson at CBS, Travis Kelce’s Media Future, and Seahawks $9.6B Sale Jul 18, 2026 1395 Nate Burleson joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Travis Kelce's future in broadcasting and which network can afford him • Russell Wilson joining the “NFL Today” desk and what he brings to CBS • Whether Burleson wants James Brown's hosting role when JB is ready to leave • How Burleson almost turned down “Good Morning Football” and what changed his mind • The Seahawks’ selling

A Conversation with MLS Commissioner Don Garber on World Cup, Messi, Future & More Jul 17, 2026 564 Don Garber joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • How the 2026 World Cup has transformed soccer fandom in the U.S. • Messi in the World Cup final and what it means for Inter Miami and MLS • How MLS plans to convert World Cup fans into lifelong local club supporters • His relationship with Messi after the suspension controversy last summer • His succession timeline and reflecting o

7/17/26 - World Cup Final Preview, Bam-Herro Aftermath, LeBron's Waiting Game Jul 17, 2026 613 Argentina chases back-to-back World Cup titles Sunday NBA won't punish Bam Adebayo for hitting Tyler Herro Milwaukee Bucks under investigation for potential cap circumvention on Gary Trent Jr.’s new contract McGregor's UFC return draws 6.5 million viewers LeBron still won't reveal his next NBA destination Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up

7/16/26 - World Cup Final Set, Kawhi Probe, FanDuel VIP Scandal Deepens Jul 16, 2026 837 Spain and Argentina set for World Cup final If found guilty, Adam Silver could fine Clippers $7M in Kawhi investigation NBA local streaming hub could launch in 2027 Manfred addresses Harper video Fandango lands Bundesliga rights in surprise sports deal Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the busine

A Conversation With USWNT Alumni Julie Ertz & Kealia Watt Jul 15, 2026 1071 Julie Ertz and Kealia Watt join Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Their new weekly women's soccer podcast “Style of Play” with Amp Sports • World Cup fever in the U.S. and what it means for soccer's growth • The 2027 Women's World Cup on Netflix and the historic equal-pay win • Breakout NWSL players to watch and Kealia's Amazon broadcasting career • Whether France or Argentina wi

7/15/26 - England vs Argentina, Michigan Athletics Investigation Latest, MLB Labor War Jul 15, 2026 784 England and Argentina meet in the World Cup semifinal Michigan AD reportedly knew about coach’s affair before firing Paige Bueckers wants WNBA to hire more Black women head coaches MLB labor talks grow increasingly grim at midseason Suni Lee announces she's chasing a third Olympics Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest c

7/14/26 - World Cup Semis, Michigan AD Probe, FanDuel VIP Scandal Jul 14, 2026 887 France and Spain meet in the World Cup semifinal Michigan's AD job on the line after $12M probe McGregor heads to surgery but vows to fight again ESPN ends syndicated version of Good Morning Football FanDuel VIP program under scrutiny after Bryce Harper video Ted Lasso star returns to the pitch Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date

7/13/26 - Seahawks Sell for $9.6B, FIFA Looks to Expand WC to 64 Teams, McGregor's 69-Second Return, Sinner Wins Wimbledon Jul 13, 2026 776 Included in today's episode: Seahawks sold for record-breaking $9.6 billion FIFA considers expanding World Cup to 64 teams McGregor's UFC comeback ends in 69 seconds Sinner wins second straight Wimbledon men's title Netflix hosts the Home Run Derby tonight Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around th

7/10/26 - World Cup Ratings Records, Seahawks Sale Narrows, Kawhi Trade Limbo Jul 10, 2026 783 Included in today's episode: England-Mexico World Cup match draws 44.8 million US viewers Two bidding groups emerge as frontrunners for Seahawks sale Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors stalls amid Clippers/Aspiration investigation ESPN nears contract extension keeping Adam Schefter through 2030 Jalen Brunson's NBA Finals jersey sells for $1.02 million Make sure to subscribe

Record Betting on USMNT Loss, U.S. Soccer Splits Payout, Potential LIV Golf Layoffs, Bieber headlines World Cup halftime Jul 9, 2026 856 Included in today's episode: U.S.-Belgium becomes most bet soccer game ever according to sportsbooks U.S. Soccer splits $16M prize money equally between men's and women's teams LIV Golf warns employees of potential layoffs Justin Verlander announces retirement after 21 seasons Justin Bieber headlines the first World Cup halftime show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph

7/8/26 - USMNT Ratings, World Cup Bidding War, Big 12’s Monster Deal Jul 8, 2026 749 Included in today's episode: US vs Belgium becomes most-watched US soccer telecast ever Next World Cup TV rights could start at $1 billion Former Cowboys player posthumously diagnosed with CTE IOC provisionally lifts suspension of Russian Olympic Committee Monster Energy signs $20M-a-year Big 12 naming rights deal Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socia

7/7/26 - USMNT Eliminated by Belgium, Trump's FIFA Call Scrutinized, Tiger Woods Sells Golf Simulator Company, Giannis Heads to Miami Jul 7, 2026 771 Included in today's episode: Belgium eliminates the US men in the round of 16 White House lobbied FIFA to overturn Balogun red card Brad Stevens defends the Jaylen Brown trade publicly CBS won't air McGregor's UFC 329 return fight Tiger Woods' golf simulator company sells for $530M Giannis officially traded to Miami after 13 years in Milwaukee Make sure to subscribe and follow

A Conversation With PLL Founder Mike Rabil on Raising $100M Jul 6, 2026 634 Mike Rabil joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • The $100 million funding round backed by Glen Powell and Rob McElhenney • Whether the single entity model is ending and when teams will be sold • Glen Powell's role as creative advisor and expansion plans in Texas • The Women's Lacrosse League growth and expansion timeline to 2030 • PLL valuation trajectory and the path toward a

7/6/26 - USMNT vs Belgium Tonight, Balogun Red Card Overturned, Ronaldo and Neymar Bow Out, Kelce Wedding Guest List Jul 6, 2026 885 Included in today's episode: FIFA overturns USMNT striker's red card suspension Neymar retires from Brazil's national team Cristiano Ronaldo confirms his final World Cup Serena's Wimbledon return draws record ESPN ratings Missouri AG investigates ESPN NFL draft analyst Taylor Swift's wedding guest list hints at Kelce's media future Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Offic

7/3/26 - USMNT Round of 16 Ticket Frenzy, NBA Tests New Free Throw Rule, Ovechkin Returns, Country Roads Takes Over Jul 3, 2026 876 Included in today's episode: USMNT round of 16 tickets soar to $2,500 NBA tests a one free throw rule at Summer League ESPN closes in on deal to keep Mike Garafolo Alex Ovechkin signs for a 22nd NHL season Celtics-Sixers trade debate breaks down the new NBA John Denver's Country Roads becomes the USMNT's anthem Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socia

7/2/26 - Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown, World Cup Ratings Smash Records, Serena Knee Scare, Bobby Bonilla Day Jul 2, 2026 698 Included in today's episode: Celtics ship Jaylen Brown to the 76ers World Cup group stage averages 5 million viewers on Fox Serena Williams tweaks knee after Wimbledon singles loss Alyssa Thomas receives death threats after Clark incident LeBron's Lakers exit explained by insider reporting MLB owners want to ban salary deferrals entirely Make sure to subscribe and follow Front

7/1/26 - LeBron Leaves the Lakers, Kawhi to Toronto, Sorsby Drops NFL Fight, Serena Falls at Wimbledon Jul 1, 2026 788 Included in today's episode: LeBron James leaves the Lakers after eight seasons Kawhi Leonard headed back to Toronto in a trade Sorsby drops NFL legal fight, targets 2027 draft World Cup knockout round ticket prices fall sharply Serena Williams loses singles return match at Wimbledon A castle is being built inside MSG for Taylor Swift's wedding Make sure to subscribe and follo

A Conversation with Mia Hamm on the World Cup, NWSL Growth, Angel City Ownership, and Women's Sports Narratives Jun 30, 2026 562 Mia Hamm joins Ellyn Briggs of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Her Tylenol PainTalk campaign and women's health conversations • The World Cup's lasting impact on U.S. soccer fandom and participation • Her take on the USMNT's run and what comes next in the knockout stage • What it’s like as one of over 100 investors in Angel City FC • The 2031 Women's World Cup coming to the U.S. Chapters 0:00

6/30/26 - Comcast Splits in Two, NBA Gambling Probe Grows, NBA Free Agency Opens, Serena Returns at Wimbledon Jun 30, 2026 628 Included in today's episode: Comcast spins off NBCUniversal into a standalone company Two more ex-NBA players indicted in gambling probe Tennis players pause media boycott ahead of Wimbledon NBA free agency opens with major trade rumors swirling Atlanta serves the cheapest food at the World Cup Serena Williams returns to singles play at Wimbledon Make sure to subscribe and fol

A Conversation with Netflix's Elle Duncan on the Home Run Derby, 'Field of Dreams’ Game & more Jun 29, 2026 878 Elle Duncan joins Michael McCarthy of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Hosting Netflix's first Home Run Derby presentation in Philadelphia • How Netflix is making baseball curious fans out of casual viewers • What she would change about the Netflix opening day broadcast • What she would change about the Netflix Opening Night broadcast • The “Field of Dreams” game in Iowa and the Kevin Costner qu

6/29/26 - South Korea's World Cup Crisis, Brandon Aiyuk Holdout, Alyssa Thomas Suspended, Jaylen Brown Fires Back Jun 29, 2026 714 Included in today's episode: South Korea's president calls for investigation after World Cup exit Aiyuk says he fired his agent, won't report to camp WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas one game over Clark incident World Cup group stage wraps with a format debate Jaylen Brown blasts analytics amid Celtics trade rumors Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials t

A Conversation with Tracy McGrady on Buying ABCD Camp, Investing in the Bills & More. Jun 26, 2026 1722 Tracy McGrady on Reviving ABCD Camp, Owning the Bills, OBL League, and Giannis to Miami • Bringing the legendary ABCD basketball camp back after 20 years • Becoming a minority owner of the Buffalo Bills alongside Vince Carter • His one-on-one basketball league OBL and global expansion plans • Whether the NBA should bring back the straight-from-high-school pipeline • Giannis going to Miami and wha

A Conversation with Jay Williams About the Awkward Draft Night with Richard Jefferson Jun 26, 2026 1467 Jay Williams joins Ben Horney of Front Office Sports to discuss: • NBA draft night 1’s biggest surprises and standout picks • The viral on-set moment with Richard Jefferson and Kenny Smith • His investments and plans to combine media with private deal flow • Private equity and naming rights opportunities in college sports • Attending the UFC White House event and the controversy that followed CH

6/26/26 - MLB Labor War Heats Up, Fanatics Bans Bettor Harassment, Tracy McGrady Revives ABCD Camp Jun 26, 2026 903 Included in today's episode: MLB owners propose capping free agent contracts at $202M Fanatics uses AI to ban athlete-harassing bettors Blazers owner wants taxpayers to fund arena renovation Tracy McGrady revives the legendary ABCD basketball camp Zuckerberg builds a prediction market app called Arena A boot company blocks Caleb Williams' "Iceman" trademark Make sure to subscr

6/25/26 - Austin Reaves's Record Deal, IOC to Pay Every Olympian, Taylor Swift's MSG Wedding, College Eligibility Lawsuits Jun 25, 2026 787 Included in today's episode: Austin Reaves signs richest undrafted NBA contract ever IOC will pay every Olympian $10,000 for first time Michele Kang buys French soccer club Olympique Lyonnais Brian Kelly heads to the CBS Sports broadcast booth Several college basketball players sue over eligibility rules Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce rumored to wed at MSG Make sure to subscrib

6/24/26 - NBA Draft Recap, NFL Rejects Sorsby, PGA Tour Restructures, NHL Eyes Texas Expansion Jun 24, 2026 889 Included in today's episode from the NBA Draft in Brooklyn: BYU's AJ Dybantsa goes number one to Washington NFL denies Sorsby's supplemental draft request NCAA eliminates the redshirt year across college sports PGA Tour approves promotion and relegation format Tiger Woods resurfaces at PGA Tour announcement NHL explores expansion into Houston or Austin Zuckerberg builds "Aren

A Conversation with Tight End University's Greg Olsen Jun 23, 2026 856 Greg Olsen joins David Rumsey of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Tight End University's sixth year with 90-plus NFL tight ends in Nashville • How young is too young for competitive youth sports separation • Whether the World Cup could push NFL stadiums toward permanent natural grass • Tight End University's sixth year with 90-plus NFL tight ends in Nashville CHAPTERS 0:00 Tight End University

6/23/26 - Giannis Traded, NBA Draft Night, Dusty May to Dallas, Messi Breaks World Cup Record Jun 23, 2026 733 Included in today's episode: Miami trades for Giannis Antetokounmpo Michigan coach Dusty May bolts for the Mavericks Panthers reunite the Tkachuk brothers in Florida Linda Cohn is retiring after 6,000 SportsCenter episodes NBA draft is tonight at Barclays Center Lionel Messi becomes all-time World Cup scoring leader Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across

6/22/26 - USMNT Wins the Group, Serena Gets Wimbledon Wild Card, UFC White House Ratings, Wyndham Clark Wins US Open Jun 22, 2026 719 Included in today's episode: US men win group stage for first time since 2014 Round of 32 tickets soar past $3,000 Wyndham Clark wins US Open at Shinnecock Hills UFC White House event draws 17 million viewers Serena Williams earns Wimbledon singles wild card Scotland's Tartan Army brings $35M to Boston Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to sta

A Conversation with WNBA Expansion Team Portland Fire's GM Vanja Černivec Jun 19, 2026 783 Vanja Černivec joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Building the Fire roster under extreme CBA timeline pressure • Why she doesn’t believe in copying and pasting from the Valkyries model • Portland as an emerging epicenter of women's sports • The international player pipeline and new CBA changes • Coaching through constraints and the playoff push in Year 1 CHAPTERS 0:00 Ten Mon

6/19/26 - Knicks Parade Draws 2 Million, Protect College Sports Act Advances, Home Run Derby Revamp Jun 19, 2026 761 Included in today's episode: Two million fans pack the Knicks parade Protect College Sports Act clears Senate committee NHL clears Mike Babcock to return to coaching Netflix's Home Run Derby gets a new format Ben Stiller makes an A24 Knicks documentary Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the bu

6/18/26 - Knicks Championship Parade, Scheffler Chases Grand Slam, WNBA Expansion, Caitlin Clark's Signature Shoe Jun 18, 2026 691 Included in today's episode: Knicks hold first-ever championship ticker tape parade WNBA expands to 50 games starting in 2027 NHL Stanley Cup Finals post best ratings since 2019 Jimmie Johnson joins TNT as NASCAR studio analyst Scheffler eyes career Grand Slam at US Open Nike reveals Caitlin Clark's first signature sneaker Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports

A Conversation with Jayson Tatum on His New Duke Role, WNBA St. Louis, and Face of the NBA Jun 17, 2026 385 Jayson Tatum joins Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Investing in St. Louis and a potential WNBA expansion team • Becoming chief basketball officer at Duke University • The new Celtics ownership group under Bill Chisholm • Who is the face of the NBA right now CHAPTERS 1:53 What Interests Him in Business and Investing Off the Court 2:48 The WNBA Expansion Team in St. Louis: Any Upd

6/17/26 - NBA Finals Hit Best Ratings Since '98, Iran's World Cup Ordeal, Sorsby Enters NFL Supplemental Draft Jun 17, 2026 753 Included in today's episode: Knicks-Spurs Finals averages 20.6 million viewers Iran calls itself the World Cup's most oppressed team Serena and Venus Williams get Wimbledon wild card Vegas Golden Knights part ways with John Tortorella Sorsby drops NCAA lawsuit, enters NFL supplemental draft Fox set to make $250M from World Cup water breaks Make sure to subscribe and follow Fro

A Conversation with Gareth Bale on a New Sports Fund, Cardiff City Offer, World Cup Ticket Prices Jun 16, 2026 1259 Gareth Bale and John Shulman join Dan Roberts of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Launching Juggernaut Capital's new dedicated sports investment fund • Why this is more than just an athlete putting his face on a fund • Cardiff City and the search for the right soccer club to acquire • A professional women's sports team purchase coming within 60 days • World Cup 2026 ticket prices and the accessi

6/16/26 - World Cup Opens Strong, NBA Draft Drama, UFC White House Event, Tunisia Fires Coach Jun 16, 2026 829 Included in today’s episode: World Cup opening weekend draws massive TV numbers Top NBA draft prospect refuses to meet Jazz Big 12 sues Texas Tech over Brendan Sorsby eligibility Gareth Bale eyes Cardiff City ownership bid UFC loses $30M on White House fight card Tunisia fires coach after just one World Cup match Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across soc

A Conversation with Fernando Mendoza on Tom Brady, NFL Transition, and Life As No. 1 Pick Jun 15, 2026 917 Fernando Mendoza joins David Rumsey of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Transitioning from college football to the Raiders • Learning directly from Tom Brady as a minority Raiders owner • Deleting social media and building his LinkedIn network instead • His Royal Canin partnership and approach to off-field branding • The Mendoza Family Fund and his fight against MS CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction an

6/15/26 - Knicks Are NBA Champions, World Cup Ratings Records, Hamilton Wins for Ferrari Jun 15, 2026 725 Included in today's episode: The Knicks win their first title since 1973 NBA Finals ratings hit best numbers since 1998 US vs. Paraguay draws 25 million viewers Somali referee denied US entry gets FIFA pay Lewis Hamilton finally wins in Ferrari red Knicks championship parade set for Thursday Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-dat

6/12/26 - World Cup Opens, Mahomes' $500M Deal, Sorsby Fallout, Wimbledon Prize Pool Jun 12, 2026 1064 Included in today's episode: World Cup ticket prices hold firm at kickoff Big 12 schools weigh boycotting Texas Tech over Sorsby Wimbledon announces a record $85.7M prize pool Serena Williams teased for a Wimbledon return Mahomes signs a record-breaking $500M+ extension Knicks one win away from first title since 1973 Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across

A World Cup Conversation with US Soccer Legends Landon Donovan & Tim Howard Jun 11, 2026 886 Tim Howard and Landon Donovan join Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Garbage narratives surrounding the USMNT heading into the World Cup • How far the U.S. needs to advance for the tournament to be considered a success • MLS growth opportunities from hosting the World Cup • Who could be the next Messi-level star in MLS • World Cup 2026 finalist predictions from both legends CHAP

6/11/26 - World Cup Kicks Off, NBA Finals Ratings Surge, Sorsby Appeal, Sports Ticket Affordability Jun 11, 2026 749 Included in today's episode: The 2026 FIFA World Cup officially begins today NBA Finals Game 3 draws 23.8 million viewers Texas Tech coach publicly addresses the Sorsby gambling case Illinois governor eyes special session for Bears stadium A think tank expert breaks down skyrocketing sports ticket prices Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay

6/10/26 - NBA Finals Ticket Swings, Pat McAfee's Record Deal, Sorsby Appeal, Josh Allen Tops NFLPA Sales Jun 10, 2026 729 Included in today's episode: NBA Finals ticket prices at MSG drop sharply after the Knicks lose Game 3, while a potential Game 6 get-in price approaches $12,000 FIFA scrambles to fill World Cup seats through corporate giveaways and pulls Iranian supporters' ticket allocations days before kickoff LIV Golf's CEO sidesteps questions about whether the league's remaining events will happen as

A Conversation with USWNT Alum Ashlyn Harris on Her Roku Documentary, NWSL Growth, World Cup Ticket Prices, and Life After Soccer Jun 9, 2026 942 Ashlyn Harris joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss: • Her new Roku documentary • Life after retiring and chasing purpose over success • NWSL franchise valuations and player-pay milestones • The FIFA rule mandating female coaches in women’s tournaments • World Cup 2026 ticket prices and fan accessibility concerns CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction and Game Changers Documentary on Roku 0

6/9/26 - Trump at the NBA Finals, World Cup Visa Crisis, NCAA Gambling Ruling, $1M Courtside Seats Jun 9, 2026 758 Included in today's episode: Donald Trump becomes the first sitting U.S. president to attend an NBA Finals game as security shuts down five blocks around MSG Visa denials and delays threaten World Cup participants just days before the tournament kicks off A Texas judge grants a temporary injunction allowing a quarterback banned for gambling to play this season Vince McMahon settles a

6/8/26 - Trump at Knicks Game, LIV Golf Outlook, AI Slop In Sports Jun 8, 2026 741 Included in today's episode: Knicks welcome President Donald Trump to Game 3, leading to a cancellation of the outdoor watch party outside Madison Square Garden and increased security measures for fans LIV Golf may not have enough funding to make it through this season, reports David Rumsey of Front Office Sports How sports is becoming ground zero for AI slop and misinformation Make

A Conversation with Rich Eisen on the Golden Age of ESPN, His New Show & More Jun 5, 2026 971 Rich Eisen has a new podcast called “This Was SportsCenter,” and it is exactly what it sounds like. He is sitting down one-on-one with the anchors who defined an era of sports media, going deep into what it was actually like behind the scenes, and pairing every conversation with archival footage and photographs that turn each episode into a nonstop ride down memory lane. The first episode with Dan

6/5/26 - World Cup Ticket Scramble, NBA Europe Bids, NFL vs. Congress, NBA Finals Frenzy Jun 5, 2026 811 Front Office Sports Today is back. Join host Baker Machado for your quick daily insight into everything happening around the business and culture of sports.In today's episode: FIFA scrambles to offload tens of thousands of unsold World Cup tickets as transparency questions swirl, the NBA's European league draws bids worth up to $1 billion ahead of a 2027 launch, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell decl

6/4/26 - Knicks Championship Value, New College Sports Bill, Curry Shoe Deal Details Jun 4, 2026 792 Front Office Sports Today is back. Join host Baker Machado for your quick daily insight into everything happening around the business and culture of sports.In today's episode: what a Knicks championship would pay team owner James Dolan, new bipartisan college sports legislation gains traction, and the unique details of Stephen Curry's lifetime shoe deal with Li-Ning.Make sure to subscribe and foll

A Conversation with Deion Sanders on NFL Coaching Rumors, CFP Expansion & More Jun 3, 2026 575 Deion Sanders joins Baker Machado of Front Office Sports to discuss his partnership with Depends ahead of Men's Health Month, his son Shedeur Sanders's $17 million payday, and the state of college football in the NIL era. Deion gives his take on the College Football Playoff expansion debate and how the Big 12 is competing with the SEC and Big Ten. He also discusses potential changes to the eligib

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