Keeping Score

Marco Andretti talks about his famous auto-racing family and his development as a driver and business person. He also addresses the “crash damage budget.” Plus, hear my thoughts on Nike’s big deal with LeBron James and the planned expansion of Major League Soccer in this week’s episode of Keeping Score.

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MLS Commissioner Don Garber explains how young adults have become the dominant fan base of the American soccer league and not the kids currently playing soccer across the country. He also talks about how the MLS has grown in the United States and why he thinks it doesn’t get the media coverage it deserves. Plus, hear my thoughts on the new sponsorship deal in German soccer and the increasing popularity of the NFL in the UK in this week’s edition of Keeping Score.

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Calgary Flames President of Hockey Operations Brian Burke explains why the ice surface should become larger for NHL games. He also discusses his career in the front office of several teams and how his son’s death led his family to start a campaign to eliminate homophobia in sports. Plus, my thoughts on a big deal in Major League Baseball and the troubles facing the Los Angeles 2024 Olympics bid – all in this week’s episode of Keeping Score.

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Arizona’s senior Republican Senator John McCain says taxpayers shouldn’t have to foot any of the bill for sports stadiums and arenas. He also talks about the role of sports in his life, including when he was a prisoner of war in Vietnam. Plus, why I think daily fantasy sports sites will not be shut down and why a troubled NHL franchise will be given a chance to improve its business in this edition of Keeping Score.

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Former NFL executive Frank Supovitz on why he expects the league will return to Los Angeles and bring the Super Bowl to the metropolitan area for the first time since 1993. He also discusses the increasing effort sports leagues around the world are making to connect with their fans. Plus, hear my thoughts on an innovative promotion at baseball stadiums and the effort to bring Major League Soccer to Miami  – all in this week’s edition of Keeping Score.

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Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard on how the city has become a major player for sports championships. He also talks about efforts to help other cities negotiate with leagues and teams. Plus, hear my thoughts on the economic viability of DraftKings and how golf is going high tech in this week’s episode of Keeping Score.

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Jacksonville Jaguars President Mark Lamping discusses his team’s annual trip to London and the growth of American football there. He also talks about his career in sports business. Plus, hear my thoughts on daily fantasy sports, and why bull riding could become much more high profile in this week’s edition of Keeping Score.

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University of Oklahoma Athletic Director Joe Castiglione explains why he believes the four-team NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision playoff could grow to six or eight teams. He also talks about the “self-sustaining” nature of his department and the importance of keeping the focus on student-athletes. Plus, hear my thoughts on the NBA’s effort to expand globally and how Las Vegas continues to push for an NHL team in this week’s edition of Keeping Score.

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Daytona International Speedway President Joie Chitwood talks about the three-year effort to upgrade the historic facility and keep fans coming to the track instead of watching the big race at home. Plus, hear my thoughts on the business of Major League Baseball as the playoffs continue, as well as the money flowing to the English Premier League in this week’s episode of Keeping Score.

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The former executive with the Baltimore Orioles, San Diego Padres, and Boston Red Sox discusses his career in sports and the challenges he faced. He also talks about the importance of having a successful team in the front office and the growth of the game overseas.  Plus, hear my thoughts on a change coming to the home court of the Boston Celtics and which MLB playoff team has the highest social media score.

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