Bloomberg Business of Sports

Scott Soshnick, Michael Barr and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including what may happen to the Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trail Blazers after the death of their owner, Paul Allen. The Microsoft co-founder's estate hasn't said what it intends to do with the pro sports franchises. Also discussed in Nick Bosa's decision to leave the Ohio State football team in order to prepare for the NFL draft. Also talked about was Canelo Alvarez's 11-fight, $365 million deal with DAZN, which launched in the U.S. in September. 

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 whether Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan will be able to buy Wembley Stadium, which is part of his plan to make London his football team's part time home. Also discussed is Jimmy Haslam's purchase of Major League Soccer's Columbus Crew, which likely would have relocated to Austin, Texas, without a new owner. And also talked about is the continuing developments from a federal trial that threatens to engulf college basketball. 

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

Producer: Madena Parwana

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Reebok Chief Executive Officer Matt O'Toole discusses a host of topics related to the business of sports, including how Reebok is redefining itself with customers. O'Toole talks about the company's deals ... not with sports leagues and teams, but with NASA -- yes, NASA -- UFC and CrossFit. O'Toole also talks about sneaker design and technology, and why Allen Iverson is still on the payroll.  O'Toole is responsible for Reebok's strategy, product, marketing and business around the world. He's a 25-year veteran of the sports apparel and equipment industry. He previously worked as president of Reebok North America. 

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 Major League Baseball's final four: Boston-Houston and the Dodgers and Brewers. They examine the matchups from a number of perspectives, including what it means for television ratings. They also discuss a new partnership between Justin Timberlake and Kobe Bryant, who are in talks to create programs for NewTV, a startup that aims to bring HBO-like quality to short videos. NewTV was started by Jeffrey Katzenberg, the longtime head of DreamWorks Animation, and Meg Whitman, the former CEO of EBay and Hewlett-Packard. Also talked about is Tokyo's skyrocketing spending on the 2020 Olympic Games. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr. Producer: Madena Parwana

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Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr discuss a pair of topics related to the business of sports, including the fallout of the post-match UFC brawl over the weekend. After beating Conor McGregor in the lightweight title fight, Khabib Nurmagomedov jumped into the crowd to go after one of McGregor's coaches, and members of Nurmagomedov's entourage fought with McGregor. There could be legal fallout, as well as fines and suspensions from UFC. Also discussed was the falling stock price of Italian soccer club Juventus, whose star Cristiano Ronaldo was recently accused of sexual assault. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Atlanta Braves Chief Executive Officer Derek Schiller discusses a number of topics related to the business of baseball, including the team's real estate investment surrounding SunTrust Park. Schiller also talks about the team's financial commitment to the project, and the role that it played in the baseball club securing public money for the stadium. He also talks about the changing role of stadiums, food pricing and even the intricacies of parking -- yes parking. He also discusses what it's like running a sports team as part of a public company.

Schiller was elevated to CEO after serving as the club's president of business. He's responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the team's business functions. He is the son of longtime sports executive Harvey Schiller.

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

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Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including Seattle's inching closer to getting a National Hockey League team. The team's investment group met with some NHL owners and officials earlier this week to pitch their plan for getting a team. Also discussed is Major League Baseball's attendance dip this season. For the first time since 2003, MLB's total attendance fell below 70 million. All told, 12 teams posted attendance increases while 17 saw declines. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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Scott Soshnick and Eben Novy-Williams discuss a host of issues related to the business of sports, including whether the first trial in the NCAA corruption case will be a litmus test for others. Also discussed is the National Basketball Association's banning of a J.R. Smith corporate logo tattoo, Earl Thomas being carted off the field -- and flashing the middle finger -- and a pair of baseball tiebreakers on the same day. Hosts: Scott Soshnick, Eben Novy-Williams and Michael Barr Producer: Madena Parwana

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G2 Esports Owner and Chief Executive Carlos Rodriguez discusses a number of topics related to the burgeoning business of professional video game competitions, including team valuations that are eclipsing $200 million. He breaks down how esports franchises make money -- hint: it’s a bit different from traditional sports leagues -- and what he thinks the industry can learn from the NFL and NBA. Rodriguez was a successful professional gamer before making the move into ownership, catching the industry right as it began its rapid expansion. G2 is one of biggest global esports brands, with teams competing in 11 different game titles, including League of Legends, Fortnite, and Counter-Strike: Global Offensive.Hosts: 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 number of topics related to the business of sports, including the news that lacrosse star Paul Rabil, with backing from -- among others -- The Raine Group, is starting his own outdoor lacrosse league. Players in the six-club Premier Lacrosse League will be full-time employees, get health insurance and equity. The PLL already has agreements with many players from Team USA and Canada. Also discussed are Nike's earnings, which impressed Wall Street but had little room for upside with the stock trading near record levels. Also talked about is the Army-Oklahoma football game, which went to overtime and was only available via pay-per-view. 

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

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