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How the Texas Rangers Spent Money to Make Money Oct 30, 2023

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The Texas Rangers accelerated their timeline to putting a contender on the field, and they are being rewarded for it. We dive into certain unique features of the organization that brought them to where they are today.

Plus, we hear from Mexican National Flag Football Team quarterback and NFL global ambassador Diana Flores on the growth of flag football and how she and the NFL are seeing green shoots for the sport among women and international fans.

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MLB’s Unlikely World Series Matchup Oct 27, 2023

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The Texas Rangers host the Arizona Diamondbacks, beginning a World Series matchup few could have predicted. We look into how these two clubs got here — and how they’ll impact viewership and ticket demand.

Plus, we hear from The Athletic’s senior MLB writer Evan Drellich on the Fall Classic, how incentivized MLB teams are to win, and an ongoing attempt to remove the league’s century-old antitrust exemption.

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FIFA's Final Look At Dallas, New York Stadiums for World Cup Final (w/ Gerald McCoy) Oct 26, 2023

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FIFA is looking into whether AT&T Stadium and MetLife Stadium are up for the challenge of hosting the hugely anticipated 2026 World Cup final. Plus, another Chicago-area suburb makes its pitch for the Bears, and Charles Barkley shows why he is unique among sports commentators.

Later in the episode, we hear from former NFL player and current NFL Network analyst Gerald McCoy on his move to the media, how the league is shifting its approach to certain positions, and what is causing the downturn in offense this season.

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NBA Shakes Up Alt-Cast Game Oct 25, 2023

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The NBA is working with tech company Playback to create an alt-cast platform that allows fans to watch along with podcasters and creators. Playback is looking to strike similar deals with other major sports leagues.

Plus, ESPN and Andscape senior NBA writer Marc Spears joins to discuss the state of the league, its relationship to the G-League and Overtime Elite, and where it should expand next.

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NBA Tips Off with Media Pact, Expansion on Horizon Oct 24, 2023

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The NBA starts its season with looming questions about its next set of media rights deals, expansion, and how fans and players will react to the midseason tournament. NBA deputy commissioner and COO Mark Tatum joins us to discuss how the league is approaching all of those issues, plus the evolution of local broadcast rights as some teams are cutting ties with cable broadcasters.

We also take a look at the NBA’s desire for a special, streaming-only game package along the lines of Amazon’s "Thursday Night Football."

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NBA Wants Its Own ‘TNF’-Style Deal Oct 23, 2023

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After seeing the success of ‘Thursday Night Football’ on Amazon, the NBA is looking into crafting an exclusive streaming package of its own, with Amazon and Apple believed to be interested. We also take a look at the first player to defy the NHL’s pride tape ban and Michigan State’s nightmare season.

Plus, Shea Serrano and Jason Concepcion join to talk all things new in the NBA, including the midseason tournament, load management rules, which teams could surprise, and whether Victor Wembanyama will live up to the hype.

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Disney Unveils ESPN Financials for First Time in History Oct 20, 2023

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For the first time in its history, Disney reported ESPN’s earnings separately from the rest of the company. The findings reveal quite a lot about the state of the sports media giant, and why Disney CEO Bob Iger has chosen to hang onto the company despite calls to spin it off.

Plus, we hear from McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown on Formula 1's United States Grand Prix in Austin, the Las Vegas GP next month, and how he feels about a team backed by Andretti and General Motors potentially entering the grid.

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NFL Loves Amazon’s ‘TNF’ Numbers Oct 19, 2023

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The NFL is thrilled with the progress of ‘Thursday Night Football’ on Amazon Prime Video with the league in its second year of an 11-year pact with the retail giant’s streaming service. We also hear more dispatches from the NFL owners’ meetings, including the league eyeing Spain and Brazil for regular season games and Roger Goodell’s new contract.

Plus, Sports Illustrated editor in chief Steve Cannella joins to offer his thoughts on the changes in sports media and at the legacy publication, and his experience of allowing Jimmy Butler to guest edit an edition.

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Shaq, Angel Reese Are Making Reebok Cool Again Oct 18, 2023

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Shaquille O’Neal is Reebok’s new president of basketball and he wasted little time in inking his first signature star: LSU’s Angel Reese. The move provides an early sign of how Shaq and vice president Allen Iverson are positioning the brand as it seeks to rebuild its stature.

Plus, Howard University basketball coach Kenny Blakeney joins to discuss the school’s return to the NCAA tournament, its 20-year commitment from Jordan Brand, and how it is evolving in the era of NIL and a more active transfer portal.

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Kim Ng’s Departure Raises Questions About Marlins Oct 17, 2023

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Kim Ng, the first female general manager in MLB history, has declined her mutual option and is leaving the Miami Marlins. Former team president David Samson joins the podcast to discuss her tenure, Derek Jeter’s previous role with the team, why the Tampa Bay Rays could be sold, and the MLB playoffs.

Plus, Front Office Sports newsletter co-author David Rumsey joins to discuss why some want the WNBA to separate itself from the NBA.

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