SBJ Morning Buzzcast

NHL drops the puck; Rays owners meet with good reviews; UFL shifts strategy and Heisman Trophy Trust gets a new CEO Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Milwaukee Brewers finding success with limited payroll; the growing trend of small event venues near large stadiums and arenas continues; college sports revenue-generation strategies and the WNBA CBA deadline could be extended. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A busy weekend for the WNBA, and could the Dallas Stars be on the move? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WNBA Finals start amid tension; Jimmy Haslam's frank comments on MLS and takeaways from the week Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New day for Rays; PGA of America responds to Ryder Cup criticism; a big week in NOLA and is the Big 10 getting closer to PE deal? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WNBA leadership above the fold; VA Tech's massive investment in sports and why a salary floor matters to Rob Manfred Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve Cohen offers an apology; Tourism boards continue to spend in sports and bold-face names in the news Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Baseball's big month; Ohtani again tops jersey sales; Ryder Cup fallout and three MLS markets close on stadium solutions Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Game Changers wrap up; Ryder Cup’s big weekend; Patriots get PE capital; and NYCFC’s new home.00:12 Game Changers Recap02:08 Ryder Cup 03:46 Sixth Street acquires 3% of New England Patriots05:35 Politicians sign leader raising concerns with antitrust issues with ESPN and the NFL06:20 MLB media rights06:47 NYFC building first soccer stadium in New York City Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Jenn Azara and Rachel Axon: A look back at Wednesday night's high-energy ceremony celebrating the 15th class of SBJ Game Changers. Jenn and Rachel also discuss what to look forward to during today's Game Changers conference. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: Automated balls and strikes are coming to MLB; BetMGM Sportsbook shuts down at Nationals Park; Expansion talk a foot at meetings for college basketball and football; and USC-Rutgers draws an audience at 11pm ET. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: NFL to begin regular season schedule in Europe this Sunday; WNBA popularity rising among males; ACC moving to 9-game conference football schedule and MLB owners approve Tampa Bay Rays sale. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryder Cup week; Dodgers' impressive run include 4 million at the gate; CBS Sports throws it back to '75 and more investment in women's sports Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Behavior science and sports' affordability; More expansion coming for PWHL; Laver Cup sells out and a longtime exec shifts to a NASCAR team.0:11 Takeaways from the AXS DRIVE conference1:34 AXS DRIVE Tours discussion2:12 Stan Kasten talks about PWHL expansion3:17 Cover Story on the need for better officiating and quicker reviews5:12 MLS news: Lionel Messi and Inter Miami extension6:36 Laver Cup preview7:48 RFK Racing's New President Chip Bowers9:19 Apple's F1 The Movie sequel9:43 Four Takeways Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp, Joe Lemire, Bret McCormick, and Chris Smith: Takeaways from AXS Drive including what the industry is talking about moving forward. Also, a preview of the SBJ Sports Media podcast. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp, Joe Lemire, Bret McCormick, and Chris Smith: Legends Global has acquired Nations Group in a deal that enhances Legends Global's owners' representation business and grows its presence in college sports; a look back at Day 1 of AXS Drive and what to look forward to in Day 2. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire, Austin Karp and Bret McCormick: A longtime ESPN on-air talent set to move on from ESPN; an inside look at the mixed-use project in Anaheim that includes the Honda Center and a preview of Day 1 at AXS Drive. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A big week ahead at SBJ's AXS DRIVE in Los Angeles, diving into a newsy weekend in combat sports, and the WNBA postseason tips off Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vegas eyes '29 Super Bowl; Rivalry apparel sets records for Fanatics; MLS' newest draw and a Daily milestone Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Takeaways from leaving Las Vegas; FIFA's early presale woes and trends in new buildings and on campus Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: Podium34 raises $200M for 2034 Olympics; Broncos find a stadium site; Illinois football gets news stadium name and NFL Week 1 ratings are strong. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:00 - NFL Kickoff draws big viewership1:25 - NFL’s first virtual first down measurement2:20 - NBA Europe momentum 3:25 - StubHub IPO details 4:36 - Minute Media reaches deal to acquire VideoVerse and Magnifi5:23 - Nike’s pivotal year continues 6:39 - WNBA labor talks continue7:15 - Messi’s futbol future Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Closing the curtain on the U.S. Open; NFL kickoff weekend runs smoothly and Newcastle United gets a new leader Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The very healthy state of the NFL; College football's strong start; the WNBA's Fever have big ambitions and thinking about Bjorn Borg. 0:11 NFL season starts0:27 NFL game in São Paulo, Brazil1:29 NFL's league record sponsorships2:12 Life is very good for the NFL according to the CivicScience SBJ Sports Consumer Insights Survey4:21 College Football television ratings5:28 Steve Ballmer isn't hiding over accusations of violating cap rules\7:02 Caitlin Clark's out the rest of the season7:37 Indiana Fever building new practice facility8:49 Tennis news, Bjorn Borg's prostate cancer in remission9:32 Takeaways Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

00:00 Intro 00:11 Oklahoma State students' bright futures 01:14 NBC’s highest grossing NFL season 02:20 American Express replacing Visa as NFL partner 04:03 Toyota enters year 3 as NFL partner 04:25 Pepsi's tailgate crashers04:50 Josh Allen: The NFL’s marketing force 05:30 Visa’s World Cup tickets presale draw 06:59 Chicago Stars relocating to Northwestern’s temporary stadium 08:11 Big 12 in good hands with Allstate 09:03 Big 12 and Barstool Sports talk partnership 09:39 Buzzcast takeaways Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

FIFA's scrubbing effort of stadium naming rights; Seattle's soccer strength and the Brewers' impact on all of MLB Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN sends off Lee Corso with class (and a huge TV audience); PGA Tour viewership rebounds in a big way; and John Malone may be angling to put F1 on the block. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jerry Jones and the Cowboys make another splash; Brian Rolapp's first month at the PGA Tour; and saluting the legend Lee Corso. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: T’Wolves hire Panthers’ Caldwell as CEO; IndyCar grows with Fox; McLaren lands Mastercard naming deal Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A sports and entertainment coupling; MLB’s 2026 schedule; new NFL committee roles; looming changes to NFL viewing this season Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The nexus of fashion and sports; NFL owners discuss key issues and a tennis leader set to step aside Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Big events, big attendance, big impact and the American Cornhole League changes ownership model Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why Aer Lingus Classic works; the USTA's gamble pays off and a once-in-a-generation promotional master passes away Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ESPN app experience; Brian Rolapp's bold beginning; T-Wolves make changes and "The Nap" gets its bobblehead Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN DTC rolls out plans for NFL at launch; the Smiths look to create destination in downtown SLC; WNBA Cleveland gets its first team president; and could MLB.tv be headed to ESPN? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The USTA's gamble; OK sells post-game press conference access and PGA Tour lands a critical sponsor renewal and why it's important Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer viewing suggestions; NASCAR lands big sponsor; UNC breaks down revenue sharing and LIV Golf's hot market Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Olympic venue naming rights; an NIL-centric apparel deal at UT; progress on MLB media rights; the release of the NBA schedule; and a storied charity softball game. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: Trail Blazers will have a new owner; the Twins will keep theirs; KU receives record athletics gift; Taylor Swift may have broken the internet Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paramount impact; Bucks step up sponsor inventory and a volunteer opportunity of a lifetime Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Paramount's mega-UFC deal means; college revenue growth for $100 and the star appeal of Josh Allen continues to grow Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Kevin Warren get a deal done in Arlington Heights? What's next for the W and the CT Sun? What history was made on the diamond? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Liberty shares F1 financials and MotoGP plans; international travel to US hit with new fee on eve of World Cup; newly merged Paramount/Skydance to emphasize sports content and tech stack; MLB gets first woman umpire. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: The time horizon for approval on the NFL-ESPN deal; WWE takes its talents to Disney; Callaway and Topgolf stay on track for a 2026 split and Kellanova partners up with U.S. Soccer. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: ESPN and the NFL stay busy, rolling four separate deals, including pacts for NFL Media and an NFL Draft extension; drama continues around the sale of the Connecticut Sun; CBS sees a gain for PGA Tour coverage this season; and the Big 12 spreads the love for college basketball coverage. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Consolidation in women's volleyball; ESPN targets a young influencer and Portland moves to keep the Blazers Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are the Sun shipping off to Boston? MLB's weekend in Bristol; Commanders stadium moves forward and Dolphins have best idea of the week Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Goodell's heavy heart; Fox gets closer to IndyCar; Stanford's surprising hire and UFL brings on a big investor Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Josh Carpenter: No end in sight to golf's fractured state, a key deal for the Buffalo Sabres, and why we're excited about the Chicago Bears' uniform plans for 2025. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: MLS inks partnership with Walmart; Las Vegas to host World Cup Draw?; Ethan Casson joins the Dallas Mavericks as team president and truTV to air 19 Savannah Bananas games. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.