Bloomberg Business of Sports

Rick Burton, the David B. Falk Endowed Professor of Sport Management at Syracuse University, joins Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the fiasco surrounding USA Gymnastics and what it's dissolution could mean for the athletes and broadcaster NBC. Also discussed are possible governance changes at the NCAA and why the organization's structure limits its ability to make alterations in major college sports. Burton also talks about what he considers to be the most important things students seeking to enter the sports world must learn. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the U.S. Olympic Committee's moving to revoke USA Gymnastics' status as the governing body for the sport at the Olympic level. It's a move that comes in response to an organization that has seemingly botched its own restructuring after the Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal. Also talked about is NBA Commissioner Adam Silver's concern that teams are spending too much money as they chase a championship, and players from the National Hockey League's Ottawa Senators caught on tape criticizing the team's coach during an Uber ride. 

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the National Football League's new deal with Epic Games that allows Fortnite players to buy customized jerseys based on their favorite teams. The jerseys will cost about $15 of in-game currency. Also discussed is the decision by Fanatics to nix its deal with Nascar to sell merchandise at tracks just four years into a 10-year agreement. The Fanatics tent was designed as a one-stop shop that housed merchandise from every team. Also talked about was the New Year's eve matchup between boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Japanese kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa. Mayweather has never fought in MMA. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Colin Tipton

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the New York Mets's decision to hire agent Brodie Van Wagenen as their new general manager. Prior to his hire, Van Wagenen represented a number of current Mets, including star pitcher Jacob deGrom, and there have been concerns about the conflict of interest. Also discussed is the University of Maryland’s decision to fire its football coach, one day after saying he would stay on following the death a player, and Detroit Lions head coach Matt Patricia's criticism of a journalist.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including the rash of sports betting deals taking place. Among them are the National Hockey League, which, like the NBA, inked a partnership with MGM, and the Devils and 76ers struck a deal with Caesars. Also discussed is the University of Maryland's decision to retain its football coach in the wake of an investigation into the death of one of its players, and World Wrestling Entertainment's event taking place in Saudi Arabia. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including LA 2028 and the USOC's hiring of Legends (owned in part by the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys) to sell some $2.5 billion in corporate sponsorship. They also talk about the brewing feud between the family of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and the trust running the team. Bill Bowlen, the brother of Pat, is asking a Colorado court to remove the three members of a trust that is running the club while his brother battles Alzheimer's. Also discussed is Epic Games Inc.'s $1.25 billion investment round from a coalition that includes KKR, Vulcan and Kleiner Perkins. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Los Angeles Dodgers Chief Financial Officer Tucker Kain joins Scott Soshnick and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Elon Musk's planned `Dugout Loop' tunnel, which would help the fans of L.A. to avoid the notorious traffic. Kain also discussed renovations to Dodger Stadium, the team's accelerator project, global ambitions, the team's television deal, and whether Guggenheim Baseball Management will sell a minority stake of the franchise. He also talked about the purchase from Frank McCourt for a then-record $2.15 billion dollars. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including a new proposal from the NBA's G League that would pay elite prospects that choose to skip college $125,000. It's the latest attempt to dissuade highly touted prospects from pursuing what's become known as one-and-done, whereby they attend college for one season and then depart for the pros. Also discussed are the sale of Fox's regional sports networks and the battle between MSG boss James Dolan and Entercom. Also talked about was Grant Hill's lifetime contract with Fila, and Darius Bazley taking a $1 million internship with New Balance after first skipping college and then the G League. 

Host: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr  Producer: Madena Parwana

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Lacrosse player Paul Rabil joins Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr to discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, focusing on the launch of his new venture, The Premier Lacrosse League. Rabil talks about what went into planning and, ultimately, launching the venture. He also discusses the broadcast contract with NBC Sports Group, the pitch to investors and the league's path to profitability. 

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr 

Producer: Madena Parwana

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IndyCar driver Scott Dixon discusses a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what his particular sport is doing to drive interest in not only the U.S. but around the world. Dixon talks about fan engagement and how new media can possibly drive interest in IndyCar. He also discusses the important of sponsorship, and which companies and sectors are likely to participate in the sport. Dixon also talks about the dangers of IndyCar and what's being done to make driving safer. He also touches on New York City traffic.  Dixon, a native of New Zealand, is a five-time IndyCar Series champion. He also won the 2008 Indy 500. This was his 18th season driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, the longest tenure in team history.

Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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