NBC’s highly publicized $27 billion deal to regain NBA broadcasting rights has sparked debate inside the network, with some executives expressing skepticism about whether the massive investment will ultimately pay off. According to a Wall Street Journal report citing anonymous insiders, NBC could face annual losses between $500 million and $1.4 billion during the early…
MLS Cup Playoffs 2025: Wild Card Round Kicks Off With Chicago vs. Orlando and Portland vs. Salt Lake
The 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs officially begin with two single-elimination Wild Card matchups, as teams battle for a chance to advance to Round One and keep their championship hopes alive. In the Eastern Conference, the No. 8 Chicago Fire will host the No. 9 Orlando City SC at 8:30 p.m. ET, while the Western Conference…
NFL Eyes Saudi Arabia as Next Frontier in Global Expansion After Record 2025 International Slate
The NFL’s record-setting seven international games in 2025 have established a new standard for the league’s growing global presence. This year’s slate — the largest ever outside the United States — now serves as the baseline for 2026 and beyond, as the NFL continues building toward Commissioner Roger Goodell’s goal of a full-season international schedule….
NHL Strikes Groundbreaking Licensing Deals with Prediction Markets Kalshi and Polymarket
In a historic move for the sports industry, the National Hockey League (NHL) has entered into multi-year licensing agreements with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket. Announced today, October 22, 2025, this partnership marks the first time a major U.S. professional sports league has officially collaborated with prediction markets. As reported by the Wall Street…
Warriors overcome Luka’s 43-point effort in NBA season opener
Jimmy Butler scored 31 points, Stephen Curry added 23 and the Golden State Warriors overcame Luka Doncic’s 43-point performance to beat the …
Raiders tell Maxx Crosby they’re not trading him
The Las Vegas Raiders met with Maxx Crosby on Tuesday to inform the star pass-rusher they’re not trading him before the Nov. 4 deadline, sou…
Raiders’ Jakobi Meyers stands firm on offseason trade request
Las Vegas Raiders receiver Jakobi Meyers’ stance hasn’t changed since training camp. He wants to be traded.
That said, as lon…
La Liga scraps plan to stage Barca match in Miami
La Liga’s plan to hold a Barcelona match in Miami in December has been called off because of “uncertainty” about the game within Spain, the …
Angels hiring Kurt Suzuki as manager
The Los Angeles Angels are hiring former big-league catcher Kurt Suzuki as their next manager, sources told ESPN’s Jeff Passan.
Suzuki, 4…
Bill Belichick among 12 final coaches for HOF class
Six-time Super Bowl winning head coach Bill Belichick advanced to the final 12 coaches in running for the 2026 class for the Pro Football Ha…