Front Office Sports Today

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

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 channel focused on golf Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business and culture of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Open Jayden Daniels sends LSU cease and desist letter over team giving former jersey number to another player Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business and culture of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 will headline NFL’s first regular-season halftime show in Australia Make sure to subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business and culture of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Stadium Tony Romo’s future at CBS and what’s next for Fox’s Greg Olsen 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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 subscribe and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-cap stocks” 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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 right to warn young athletes about contract money • NIL in college sports and whether he felt like he missed out at Georgia Tech CHAPTERS 0:00 Chris Bosh Health Update and the Blood Clot Awareness Conversation in the NBA 1:29 The RX3 USA Basketball Tournament and the Aaron Rodgers Connection 3:34 Where Does LeBron James Go: Why Bosh Says Miami Makes the Most Sense 5:15 Is LeBron Chasing a Title or Just Living His Best Life Now 6:01 NBA Expansion to Seattle Vegas and Europe: What Chris Bosh Thinks 8:14 Why NBA Players Are Right to Warn Young Athletes About Big Contracts 10:09 NIL in College Sports and Whether He Missed Out Playing at Georgia Tech 11:55 Would He Ever Take an Unofficial GM Role at Georgia Tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 public gets wrong about Jake Paul and his business legacy CHAPTERS 0:00 Anti Fund's Investment in Poly Market and Prediction Markets 1:27 The Regulatory Future of Prediction Markets and Sports Betting 2:49 Jake Paul Bought Bitcoin at Age 15 and Still Holds It 3:47 How AI Will Change Sports Competition and Business 5:58 What Anti Fund Is Not Invested In and Why Access Hasn't Been the Problem 7:43 Should Athletes Buy Stakes in Sports Teams at Today's Valuations 9:23 What Has Most Surprised Jake Paul About Sports Business in the Last Year 10:45 What the General Public Gets Wrong About Jake Paul Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 CHAPTERS 0:00 Michigan Football Chaos and the AD Ward Manuel Situation 2:12 Does the General Fan Base Actually Care About Michigan's Admin Issues 2:49 Brendan Sorsby's Future and Why the Hard Line on Gambling Was Right 5:11 Could Sports Betting Make Gambling Controversies Less Controversial 6:22 Is the NCAA Becoming Less and Less Relevant 7:55 Why Conference Offices Would Struggle to Self-Govern 8:30 Why Josh Pate Interviewed Trump and What the Backlash Taught Him 10:00 Working With ESPN and Is the Pat McAfee Model His Blueprint 12:06 How College Football Went From Regional to Truly National Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 for $9.6 billion and skyrocketing NFL valuations CHAPTERS 0:00 AT&T Connection Cup at Fanatics Fest 1:54 Russell Wilson Joining CBS NFL Today and What He Brings 5:14 Would Nate Burleson Take James Brown's Hosting Chair 6:23 Travis Kelce's Media Future and Which Network Can Pay Him 8:51 Hosting March Madness With Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith 11;48 Good Morning Football Turns Ten: The Story of Almost Saying No 16:18 Youth Sports Costs and Accessibility in America 18:04 The Seahawks Sell for $9.6 Billion and What NFL Valuations Mean 19:55 Nate's Best Career Stats Were Against the Chicago Bears Read the full story: https://frontofficesports.com/nate-burleson-pay-cut-cbs-travis-kelce/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 on 28 years as commissioner CHAPTERS 0:00 How the 2026 World Cup Has Gone for MLS and American Soccer 2:02 How Key Is It That a Current MLS Player Is in the World Cup Final 3:33 Don Garber on His Relationship With Messi After Last Summer's Suspension 4:47 How MLS Keeps the Momentum Going After the World Cup 6:21 Don Garber on His Succession Plan and Reflecting on 28 Years as Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 will win the men's World Cup CHAPTERS 0:00 Introducing Style of Play Podcast and Why Now 1:37 What the Creation Process Has Been Like for Both of Them 2:18 World Cup Fever in the US Even After the Men's Team Exited 4:06 Will the World Cup Be Rocket Fuel for MLS and NWSL 5:13 Equal Pay and the $16 Million World Cup Prize for US Soccer 6:47 Women's World Cup 2027 on Netflix and the Landscape of Women's Sports 7:43 Which World Cup Player Has Their Kids Most Excited 8:44 Breakout NWSL Players to Watch Including Michelle Cooper 10:08 Kealia on Breaking Into Broadcasting With Amazon and JJ Watt's Influence 13:01 World Cup Final Predictions France vs Argentina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 billion dollar business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 The Tylenol Pain Talk Campaign and Why She Said Yes 1:14 Conversations Around Women's Sports That Need to Happen More 2:37 How World Cup 2026 Will Grow Soccer Fandom and Participation in the US 3:54 Her Take on the USMNT's Run and Tonight's Match 5:01 The 2031 Women's World Cup Coming to the United States 5:27 Being One of Over 100 Investors in Angel City FC 7:31 What She Would Want to Invest in That She Has Not Yet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 follow Front Office Sports across socials to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 question • Whether Netflix could eventually land the FIFA men's World Cup CHAPTERS 0:00 Netflix Home Run Derby: What Fans Can Expect July 13th 1:03 How Baseball Has Changed to Attract New and Younger Fans 3:53 How Netflix Will Eventize the Home Run Derby Broadcast 5:16 Barry Bonds at Opening Day and What He Brings to the Derby 7:22 What Netflix Would Take Back From the Opening Day Broadcast 9:04 The Field of Dreams Game and the Kevin Costner Question 10:22 Bull Durham vs Field of Dreams: Elle Makes a Controversial Call 11:15 Could Netflix Eventually Land the Men's FIFA World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 to stay up-to-date on the latest conversations around the business of sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 what happens now with Jaylen Brown CHAPTERS 0:00 Reviving the ABCD Camp With Sonny Vaccaro After 20 Years  2:43 Would McGrady Have Been Drafted Without the ABCD Camp  3:57 Documentary Plans and Business Opportunities With the ABCD Brand  4:44 NIL and Whether ABCD Could Become a Talent Agency  6:19 Buying Into the ABCD Brand and What Comes in Late July  8:55 Should the NBA Bring Back the Straight From High School Pipeline  10:06 NBA Tanking Problem and the New Draft Rules  12:18 Giannis to Miami and the Jaylen Brown Situation in Boston  14:40 NBC TV Year One and His Broadcasting Future  15:35 Minority Owner of the Buffalo Bills and the OBL League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 CHAPTERS 0:00 NBA Draft Night One: Biggest Surprises and Standout Moments 3:15 The Viral Richard Jefferson and Kenny Smith Moment Explained 5:42 Advice for Incoming NBA Rookies on the Business Side of the League 9:40 His Investments: Aries, Wealth Management, and What Comes Next 13:15 Private Equity in College Sports and the Duke Basketball Question 16:46 Jay Williams on Attending the UFC White House Event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices