SBJ Morning Buzzcast

Start your morning with Buzzcast with SBJ's Joe Lemire & Rob Schaefer as they discuss the highlights and takeaways of 2025 SBJ Tech 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 pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire, Jenn Azara, Ethan Joyce and Rob Schaefer: Sights and sounds from Day 1 of SBJ Tech Week in N.Y. and previewing what’s ahead for 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire and Jenn Azara: Recapping the SBA: Tech award winners and previewing SBJ Tech Week in N.Y. 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: Tech Week kicks off in NYC with Awards; Nationals finally will control local media rights; Jimmy Johnson retires from Fox; Serena Williams and Sabrina Ionescu make women’s sports investments. 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.

NHL's production on the big stage in Ohio; the curious case at USA Swimming; "Celtics City" sees strong reviews and is the NFL irked at "Hard Knocks" and Belichick? 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: Irving looks to draw the Mavs out of downtown Dallas; Mike Tomon talks Texans; what sports titles are performing well on Netflix; the UFL sees labor strife; and IndyCar gets rolling on Fox 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.

Inside the NFL player rankings, a name emerges for the LPGA and pickleball numbers still on fire. 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 leaders convene in Indianapolis for the NFL Combine while MLS Commissioner Don Garber held meetings in the city as it pushes for future expansion; TNT hopes Mavericks-Lakers draws big viewership number and Diana Taurasi calls it a career. 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 Ted Keith: UNC set to hire first men's basketball general manager; Stanford AD Bernard Muir to step down and Guardians owner Larry Dolan 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.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: Ownership questions for the Twins and White Sox; what’s next for MLB and ESPN after a break-up; how big was the Canada-USA 4 Nations Face-Off number?; the Yankees could back a salary cap (with a floor); and the Braves bring a food hall to Truist Park. 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.

Hockey's victory lap, MLB "not pleased" with ESPN's coverage, Trump brings golf closer to a deal and a tribute to Bubba Cunningham 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.

4 Nations Face-Off final driving big business in Boston; weekend viewership breakdown; tennis touts growth amid pickleball surge and USA Swimming's 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 business of baseball as the season approaches; previewing MLS' opening weekend as it kicks off season 30 and TGL drawing a new golf audience. 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: A packed Presidents Day weekend sees the 4 Nations Face-off deliver, while the NBA continues to tinker with its All-Star festivities; NASCAR gets the Daytona 500 in amid non-cooperative weather (again); the WNBA is heading to Cleveland; and is it already time for a 14- or 16-team CFP? 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 NY Giants to sell minority stake in team; NBA All-Star Weekend's record partnerships; the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off and plans for a World Cup of Hockey in 2028 and YouTube TV and Paramount reach short-term extension. 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 storylines around NASCAR; the surge in collectibles and nostalgia as a category and the NHL eyes markets for '28 World Cup of Hockey. 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.

NHL eyes 4 Nation fun; more intrigue around T-Wolves/Lynx, colleges eye revenue gains and Mark Lamping re-ups in Jax 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.

Putting a bow on Super Bowl 59 - from viewership to exposure; major move for Lore-A'Rod and what's behind a global basketball rival to the NBA 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 day after, takeaways from NOLA and SMU's AD moves on 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: Amazon’s Prime Video gets a few more years of an NFL Wild Card game; What has the Super Bowl scene been like in NOLA?; the WM Phoenix Open looks to balance fan-friendliness with fan control; MLB owners talk about a salary cap; and a Bears icon 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.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire: Fox preps for Super Bowl with massive production resources; Australia to host NFL game in 2026; the NFLPA pushes back on 18-game schedule; USGA adds new LIV exemption and the future for sports betting in Texas. 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 Ted Keith: Super Bowl week in New Orleans; the potential for the big game to return to the New Orleans and Fox's Tom Brady to be present in broadcast production meetings with Super Bowl teams. 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 Roger Goodell's presser; Harris says Commanders means something; Lurie dismisses talk of C's bid and a big court win for US Soccer and MLS 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.

NFL kicks off Super Bowl week with Goodell presser; NHL outlines cap growth, Tim Cindric takes a step back at Team Penske and the legacy of Fay Vincent 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 ACC's new day; Nashville eyes the 'W' and McDonald's sees an Angel 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.

IOC presidential candidates pitch to voters; NWSL adds the Denver market in expansion; Major League Baseball's average salary hits all-time high and two MLB facilities unveil plans for enhancement. 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 AFC Championship sets viewership record; the power of the Earnhardt brand; a new start time for the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship game and a new women's basketball league coming in 2026. 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.

TGL's vision comes to light; what Mike Tomon brings to the Texans; Texas Rangers get deep into the media business and does the Aussie Open have a drinking problem? 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 you morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: Super Bowl LIX is set. Can the Chiefs 3-peat? Will Fox set a viewership record? Plus, the NBA has great success in Paris, but will its new All-Star Game format work? TGL brings us Tiger vs Rory and the NFL coaching/GM hiring cycle gets closer to a finish. 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.

Don't sleep on NBA Europe; Surprise move by Texans; Kasten's doctrine on Dodgers and the beauty category eyes more sports sponsorship. 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.

Takeaways from CFP; ESPN's numbers trend down; China wants back in with sports and Justin Thomas wants golfers to show TV some love 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 Hall of Fame makes history; NFL Divisional Playoff Round viewership slightly down; the new Unrivaled League's debut viewership and the Dodgers continue to spend big in free agency. 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.

Ohio State wins first 12-team CFP and how the NFL impacted Netflix subscriptions in December. 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 business behind Unrivaled; Sixth Street's significant women's soccer push and NBA looks to move the ball on NBA Europe 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.

LIV's new era; Fever latest to build practice facility; the NCAA's big revenue gain and historic day for women's basketball and Clemson lands key exec 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.

Marlins and United Center development plans come into focus; Celtics win on and off the court and begin taking bids to buy team and BofA doubles down on 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 https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp: How did this season’s CFP semifinal audiences stack up to previous years?; the Reds head back to FanDuel Sports Network; KPMG sees opportunity in tennis; and Tiger Woods is set for his TGL debut. 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.

76ers move reshapes Philly's facility landscape; MLB teams in the news and the Ravens land a top BI/Strategy executive 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.

NFL moves Vikings-Rams playoff game to Glendale, Arizona due to wildfires in California; NFL viewership slightly down in 2024 regular season; Jim Nantz set to call 500th NFL game with Broncos-Bills this weekend; Norby Williamson and Derek Chang take on new roles in sports media. 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.

Previewing a big football weekend featuring the CFP & the NFL Playoffs; a look at the viewership for TGL's debut and an update on the ownership future for two MLB franchises. 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 TGL's debut; LOVB to launch and adds to women's volleyball leagues; Kevin Warren still has eyes on lakefront stadium for Bears 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 era for golf and "RAW"; NFL owners largely stay the course and start-up leagues for $100, please. 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 drama of Black Monday; Sports delivers 91% of the 200 most viewed programs in '24 and inside Amazon Prime's NFL viewership 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.

Assessing the College Football Playoff as the semifinals approach; Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia 76ers continue progress toward new venues; Denver's record NWSL expansion fee and the PBR in Manhattan sees uptick in ticket sales. 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 Year's takeaways; Winter Classic shines in Chicago and a new era begins for the Mavs 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 CFP's next test and possible changes in '25; NHL shifts Winter Classic; and the top sports networks in '24 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.

Dave Kaval's tenure with A's ends; More calls for stronger leadership in college sports and losing two influential leaders in sports business 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.

Recapping Christmas Day NBA and NFL viewership; MLB agrees to new CBA with umpires 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: How did the First Round of the CFP perform? The PGA of America taps a new leader, NASCAR is non-committal about the future of Chicago street racing and JuJu Watkins vs. Paige Bueckers lives up to the hype. 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.

Breaking down influence in sports; a new power player at A-B and a new CMO at 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 pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.