Front Office Sports Today
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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The NBA continues to build up its European presence, as the league announced the Grizzlies and Magic will play two regular-season games this upcoming 2026–27 season in Europe, one in Berlin and a second in London. The announcement comes as the league is reportedly exploring its own European league in partnership with FIBA, with London as one of the potential cities to have a team. FOS reporter Alex Schiffer breaks down the league’s...
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A horrifying situation unfolded in New York City as a 27-year-old shooter killed four people at a commercial building in midtown Manhattan, with his main target appearing to be the NFL's headquarters, according to Mayor Eric Adams. FOS reporter Amanda Christovich was on the scene Monday and has the latest on why the alleged gunman, Shane Tamura, targeted the league, and what commissioner Roger Goodell and the league's response has ...
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July 28, 2025 • 25 mins
Move over, Wrexham. Birmingham City is the latest European soccer club to capture the world’s attention. The team is celebrating its 150th anniversary along with its latest promotion to the EFL Championship (the second tier of English soccer), with a little help from minority owner and NFL legend Tom Brady. Brady exclusively tells Baker Machado and Renee Washington why he purchased a stake in the club, what makes him a good owner, ...
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President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday to mitigate the "unprecedented threat" to college athletics and prevent athletes from being considered professionals. FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich explains the order and how it impacts the ongoing contention between NIL collaborators, the NCAA, and the federal government around the employment status of college athletes.
Plus, Bill Belichick addressed a huge me...
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July 24, 2025 • 25 mins
It’s been a challenging first year for Grand Slam Track, as the start-up league canceled its final slam event in June and reportedly still owes millions to its athletes. Michael Johnson, the league’s founder and former U.S. Olympian, exclusively told FOS Today the reason for the financial struggles—a key investor backed out—and discussed its future. Read the full exclusive here on FOS.
Meanwhile, on the heels of a Lionel Messi–les...
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July 22, 2025 • 24 mins
NFL owners prepare for a vote next month that could result in ESPN and the Walt Disney Co. acquiring NFL media properties, including RedZone and NFL Network. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins Baker Machado and Dan Roberts to explain the story behind this potential acquisition and how it could create new opportunities and issues alike.
Plus, the controversial Polymarket—which allows users to bet on real-world events—is set to...
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July 21, 2025 • 25 mins
President Donald Trump posted Sunday that he would “put a restriction” on the Commanders and their proposed $3.8 billion stadium deal if they don’t revert to their prior name that was dropped in 2020 for its racial insensitivities. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher explains whether this is enforceable by the president and where Commanders owner Josh Harris goes from here as the stadium deal looms.
Plus, WNBA All-Star weekend sees ...
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July 18, 2025 • 24 mins
NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell resigned after the union reportedly worked with the NFL to bury claims of attempted collusion on guaranteed contracts. FOS senior news editor Dennis Young joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain the laundry list of Howell's transgressions and where the union goes from here to find a new leader.
Meanwhile, all eyes are on Indianapolis as the city welcomes the WNBA All-Star Game just...
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July 17, 2025 • 25 mins
A huge loss ahead of the WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis as hometown hero Caitlin Clark announced she will not take part in the game and the three-point contest as she recovers from a groin injury that has sidelined her for an extended period this season. FOS women's sports reporter Annie Costabile is on the ground in Indy with instant reaction to Clark’s absence and how this could affect the hype surrounding the big event.
Plu...
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July 16, 2025 • 25 mins
MLB's All-Star Week ended with an exhilarating home-run swing-off tiebreaker, solidifying baseball's top spot among the major sports' all-star events. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to discuss the latest Rob Manfred–era implementation and how it affects his legacy as MLB commissioner, alongside other big changes like the pitch clock and "robo umps."
Plus, NBA commissioner Adam Silver del...
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July 15, 2025 • 25 mins
Big changes are happening at FS1, as the network canceled three of its five daily shows including Breakfast Ball, The Facility, and Speak, hosted by Joy Taylor, Paul Pierce, and Keyshawn Johnson. FOS media reporter and Tuned In writer Michael McCarthy explains why the network pulled the plug on the shows, whether its cancellations have anything to do with departing executive Charlie Dixon, and which big names are being looked at to...
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July 14, 2025 • 24 mins
The hottest rivalry in tennis continues to be one for the ages after Jannik Sinner finally defeated his archrival Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title and fourth Grand Slam, just a month after the duo gave us the longest French Open final ever. Tennis writer Giri Nathan, whose new book Changeover: A Young Rivalry and a New Era of Men's Tennis chronicles the rise of Alcaraz and Sinner, tells Baker Machado and Renee Washin...
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Soccer superstar Gareth Bale and his investment group have been in talks to buy League One club Cardiff City FC. The Welsh all-time leader in international caps and goals, also weighs in on the FIFA Club World Cup, 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup, Premier League, MLS as a retirement league, and other soccer topics from around the big slate of tournaments.
Plus, two of the biggest names in boxing, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, take ...
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July 10, 2025 • 24 mins
Major League Baseball’s Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system that's been tested in the minor leagues and spring training is ready to make its big league debut at the All-Star game next Tuesday in Atlanta. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher explains how the technology will be used to challenge ball-strike calls and why some pitchers are on the fence about its presence. Plus MLBPA union leaders say commissioner Rob Manfred is pushing fo...
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July 9, 2025 • 25 mins
Fresh off its box office success of the film F1, Apple is reportedly in talks to acquire U.S. broadcast rights for Formula One racing when they become available next year after ESPN's exclusive window to negotiate a new contract will expire. FOS’s “Tuned In” writer Michael McCarthy explains how much the tech giant might pay for the racing rights and why F1 would fit seamlessly into Apple’s growing collection of sports, including ML...
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July 8, 2025 • 25 mins
As one of 10 states where sports gambling is still not legal, California Attorney General Rob Bonta said in a recent legal filing that draft and pick’em-style daily fantasy games could be considered sports betting and therefore illegal in the state. While companies like DraftKings that have operated in the state for 13 years say fantasy contests involve skill and should not be considered gambling, FOS deals reporter Ben Horney tell...
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Less than a week has passed since NCAA Division I schools could start directly paying players, and we're already seeing historic deals across all sports. Five-star football offensive tackle Felix Ojo spurned offers from Texas and Ohio State to sign a historic, fully guaranteed three-year, $5.1 million revenue-sharing contract with Texas Tech. It is believed to be one of the largest agreements in college football history. Ojo's agen...
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July 5, 2025 • 31 mins
On a special Saturday drop, we're bringing you a conversation from our Portfolio Players series. In the this episode of Portfolio Players, Presented by E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley, FOS Editor-in-Chief Dan Roberts interviews Atlanta Falcons limited partner & venture capitalist Rashaun Williams.
Rashaun talks about his investment strategy & how it led him to becoming a limited partner in the Atlanta Falcons ownership as well as inv...
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July 2, 2025 • 24 mins
The dust has settled after a wild start to NBA free agency, with insiders questioning the moves made by Milwaukee in dumping star Damian Lillard and replacing him with Myles Turner. Did the team do enough to keep star Giannis Antetokounmpo happy? Plus, after reportedly discussing a $42 million contract with the Pistons, Malik Beasley is in limbo as he faces a federal investigation over allegations of sports betting. FOS reporter Be...
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July 1, 2025 • 24 mins
The NBA’s official start to the offseason started with a bang, as teams could finally sign free agents and trade players. Some of the biggest moves include Oklahoma City signing MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to a new supermax contract, the Nuggets making a big trade, and the Bucks shocking the NBA world by releasing star Damian Lillard to sign Myles Turner away from the Pacers. Spotrac’s Keith Smith crunches the numbers and explains ...
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