Today’s podcast breaks down everything that goes into the manufacturing, production and game preparation of the baseballs used in Major League Baseball (MLB). I review the production process used by MLB and Rawlings, the baseball manufacturer the league purchased back in 2018 to gain more control over the creation of its game balls. I then look at the controversies that have surrounded the game balls used in MLB since the Rawlings purchase in 2018, including the debate of “juiced” and “dead” balls. I also do a step-by-step look at how baseballs are prepared for game days, including why the balls are placed in a humidor and rubbed with a special “magic mud” before each game. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast looks at the UFC’s next media rights deal. I discuss what I think it is going to happen with the UFC’s next media rights package, including how the deal may be structured, which streamers & broadcasters could be in play, the challenges ahead for the UFC’s future as a sports product, and what I ultimately think the UFC’s media rights will sell for. Enjoy!

Today's podcast looks at one of the biggest phenomenons in sports gambling - table tennis. When the Covid pandemic temporarily shut down sports, fans turned to more niche competitions like table tennis to satisfy their sports betting needs. While the other obscure sports fell by the wayside once the big leagues came back, table tennis has grown to become one of the top most-wagered sports in the world. Listen and find out why table tennis became so popular, the integrity issues plaguing the matches and how it all impacts the future of sports gambling in general. Enjoy!

Today's podcast looks at the new homes for the Rays and Athletics for the 2025 season. From the Rays search for a suitable location to replace Tropicana Field after being wrecked by Hurricane Milton to the A's struggles to find a temporary home before they officially move to Las Vegas, I look at the logistics of moving stadiums and highlight the upgrades and downgrades of both ballparks. Enjoy!

Today's podcast breaks down the history of The Alamodome - the host of this year's Final Four. From its early days as a potential NFL stadium to the present day where it hosts everything from high school band competitions to Royal Rumbles, The Alamodome is one of the most unique stadiums in the country. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast breaks down the business of Wrexham AFC, the Welsh soccer club owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Wrexham’s finances were recently revealed, so I did a deep dive into everything you need to know, including annual revenue, merchandise sales, sponsorships, loan repayments, profitability, and the club’s overall valuation. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast looks at the New York Yankees’ viral torpedo-style bat that has broken baseball after the Yankees hit 15 home runs in their 3-game series sweep last weekend against the Milwaukee Brewers. I break down the data-driven idea of the torpedo bat, the mastermind behind the bat’s design, why the bat is so effective, the analytics arms race in Major League Baseball, and much more. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast recaps the first season of TGL, Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s new tech-infused, arena golf league. I assess whether or not the first season was a success and break down all facets of TGL’s business, including TV ratings, sponsorships, and the quality of the product. I also discuss some of the things TGL can improve in its second season and beyond. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast breaks down Manchester United’s new $2.6 billion stadium project. I look into all of the details behind the Red Devils’ new stadium, including its features, matchday revenue projections, potential financing options, and what this stadium project does to the team’s debt load. Enjoy!

Today’s podcast discusses the Boston Celtics’ record-breaking $6.1 billion sale. I talk about what this sale means for the future of the NBA’s business and the unique details of the Celtics’ sale, including the two-part transaction structure, private equity financing, the team’s new limited partners, the Celtics’ arena rights, and more. Enjoy!