Yahoo Finance Sports Report

How ESPN's MLB playoff coverage shatters viewership records

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Cristiano Ronaldo officially reaching billionaire status, to the MLB shattering post-season viewership records, to LIV Golf’s $462M in losses, there are a ton of money moves shaping the sports industry.

Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Ross Dellenger joins the show to talk about the latest coming out of college football, and whether or not coach Bill Belichick could face a contract buyout from UNC.

Plus, Priority Sports & Entertainment Head of Women’s Sports Division Jenna McLaughlin stops by the show to talk about the growth of women’s basketball and how NIL is impacting college leagues.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Why Saudi Arabia bought EA in world's biggest gaming deal

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0000

From a $55 billion gaming takeover to the NFL’s surprising shake-ups, here’s what’s moving money and markets in the sports world.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund leading a joint acquisition of Electronic Arts (EA) for $55 billion to the NBA selling their franchises in the Africa League and John Cena’s final WWE match, there’s plenty of money moves shaping the sports industry.Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Frank Schwab joins the show to talk about the latest coming out of the latest in the NFL, including Jaxson Dart’s first game with the New York Giants, and why the initially favored Baltimore Ravens are sitting third in their division’s standings.

Plus, NFL Vice President, Head of Flag Football Stephanie Kwok stops by the show to talk about the growth of the sport and teases what’s to come for the league ahead of the 2028 Olympics.

How Microsoft's AI play is transforming the NFL sidelines

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0000

The NFL's latest MVP isn't a player — it's Microsoft's (MSFT) latest technology.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano has a one-on-one conversation with Microsoft's head of strategic partnerships, Monica Robbins. Robbins discusses the company's Sideline Viewing System (SVS), which is shaping the way NFL coaches and analysts access real-time game data.Pompliano also sits down with Roger Federer's longtime agent of 20 years, Tony Godsick, to discuss the tennis star's departure from Nike (NKE) and his groundbreaking $600 million deal with Uniqlo.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news — the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals — so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Is the Kansas City Chiefs’ NFL dynasty officially over?

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Tom Brady’s latest athletic venture in partnership with Fanatics, to Netflix (NFLX) drawing 41 million viewers for their Terence Crawford versus Canelo Alvarez boxing match, to the potential impact of SEC earnings reports on sports businesses, there are a lot of money moves shaping the industry.

Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Frank Schwab joins the show to recap week two of the 2025-26 NFL season, and weigh in on whether or not the Kansas City Chiefs’ dynasty has run its course.

Plus, EA (EA) Sports President Cam Weber drops by to talk about their latest sports video game, "College Football 26," as well as the company’s partnerships with other sports organizations like F1 and MLS.

Why sports trading cards are the new hot investment

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the NWSL’s record-breaking $1.25 million transfer fee, to Dick’s Sporting Goods’ (DKS) $2.4B acquisition of Foot Locker (FL) to Unrivaled basketball’s $340M valuation, there are a lot of major financial moves shaping the sports business.

Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Caroline Fenton joins the show to break down highlights from the first week of the 2025-26 NFL season.

Plus, Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) President Ryan Hoge stops by to discuss the latest in collectables and explains why people are considering trading cards to be a new asset class.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Who wins the $30 billion NFL betting war?

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the impact of college football’s first week of gameplay, to the $30 billion financial predictions coming out of legal sports betting, to the Kansas City Chiefs' ticket revenue, there are many financial plays to watch out for that are shaping the sports industry.

Yahoo Sports Senior Writer Dan Wolken joins the show on-site at the 2025 US Open to break down everything you need to know about this year’s championship event.

Plus, Indiana Sports Corp chief of staff and strategy Sara Myer stops by to discuss how big cities like Indianapolis are attracting major sporting events.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

American Eagle stock rises following Travis Kelce clothing collab

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Caitlin Clark’s newly unveiled signature Nike (NKE) logo, to Travis Kelce’s new fashion line with American Eagle (AEO), to the U.S. Open’s infamous $13 million cocktail, there are many financial plays to watch out for that are shaping the sports industry.

Yahoo Sports Senior College Football Reporter Ross Dellenger joins the show to preview the UNC and Bill Belichick Hulu docuseries and share his thoughts on the Big 10’s leaked expansion format.

Plus, Infinity Sports Network radio host Andrew Perloff stops by to look ahead to the 2025-26 NFL season.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Robinhood kicks off football season with new prediction markets

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the MLB’s broadcast deals with NBC (CMCSA), ESPN (DIS), and Netflix (NFLX), to the WNBA smashing attendance records, to the NFL’s latest partnership with Microsoft (MSFT), major money moves are reshaping the sports business playbook.

Plus, Robinhood (HOOD) vice president and general manager of futures and international JB Mackenzie stops by the show to discuss the company’s launch of its new pro and college football prediction markets.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Inside Paramount’s record-smashing $7.7B UFC media rights knockout

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the UFC’s $7.7 billion media rights deal with Paramount (PSKY) to Shohei Ohtani’s legal troubles over a $240 million real estate project, to the latest low-cost trendy snacks for athletes, there are a ton of money moves reshaping the sports financial playbook. .Yahoo Sports Senior Writer Frank Schwab joins the show to preview the upcoming NFL season.Plus, The Athletic women’s sports lead Meg Linehan stops by to discuss growth in the NWSL and what the future looks like for the women’’s soccer league.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

ESPN scores big in massive NFL media deal

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

From Disney (DIS) and ESPN’s deal with the NFL, to Unrivaled basketball’s latest financial play, to Augusta National’s $216,000 hospitality package for the Masters, there are a ton of money moves changing the game.Yahoo Sports Fantasy Analyst Scott Pianowski joins the show to talk about fantasy football as the NFL gets ready to kick off the 2025-26 season.Plus, Infinity Sports Network radio host Maggie Gray stops by to help break down some of the latest sports business headlines.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NFL & MLB Make Billion-Dollar Moves

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 19:00:00 -0000

The NFL just revealed jaw-dropping revenue numbers, and they’re not done making moves. A potential deal with ESPN could shake up sports media. On this episode of Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano also reveals how LIV Golf is raising the stakes with massive new payouts, and Caitlin Clark just smashed another record - this time off the court! Then, MLS' Chris Schlosser talks about the soccer league's embrace of streaming platforms and cutting-edge technology to expand the reach of the sport. Plus, MLB’s Speedway Classic is set to break a 70-year attendance record in the most unexpected venue to date.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines and analyzes all the need-to-know news—the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals—so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

Why this professor says WNBA revenue model is 'almost criminal'

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

From WNBA players’ push for equal pay, to Trump’s threats over the Commanders $3.8 billion stadium deal, to Snoop Dogg’s investment in Swansea City A.F.C., the world of sports is being transformed by big financial plays.Yahoo Sports Senior Writer Jordan Shusterman joins the show to talk about the latest coming out of the MLB, including the $1.7 billion Tampa Bay Rays sale.

Plus, Washington University in St. Louis Sports Business Program executive director Patrick Rishe stops by to talk about everything from the WNBA, to the House vs NCAA settlement rollout, to even which professional sports he thinks have the most growth potential in the coming years.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Apple races ahead in epic $150M F1 media rights bid

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Apple (AAPL) is putting their pedal to the metal in their race for F1 media rights.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Apple’s $150 million bid for Formula 1 media rights to FanDuel’s $31 billion valuation, sports business is being transformed by big financial plays.Yahoo Sports Senior Writer Frank Schwab joins the show to talk about NFL training camp and what to expect for the league heading into the 2025-26 season.Plus, Learfield CEO Cole Gahagan stops by to discuss college sports marketing and how Learfield is helping schools build revenue in a world of NIL, stadium naming rights, athletic fees, and more.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Sports betting industry braces for Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill'

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0000

Trump’s new bill signals a bold pivot in the politics of sports gambling.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the impact of President Trump’s "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" on the sports betting industry, Texas Tech’s $5.1 million revenue sharing deal with their latest football recruit, to the money behind the Tour de France, the financial plays shaping the sports business are ones to watch.

Yahoo Sports Senior Writer Jake Mintz joins the show to break down the latest news coming out of the MLB, including a look ahead to their collective bargaining agreement negotiations.

Plus, Matchroom Sport chairman Eddie Hearn stops by to discuss the sports promotion company’s partnership with DAZN as well as the global growth of professional fighting.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Cristiano Ronaldo inks jaw-dropping contract extension with Al Nassr

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

From the WNBA team expansion, to F1: The Movie’s opening weekend box office revenue, to the economic engine behind Wimbledon, the financial plays shaping the sports business are ones to watch.Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Henry Bushnell joins the show to talk about this year’s FIFA Club World Cup.

Plus, Playground Productions CEO Lindsay Barnett stops by to talk about the acquisition and business behind the Backyard Sports video game franchise.

Kevin Durant trade shakes up NBA Draft market

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0000

The business of sports is booming—and this week, it's all about trades, trademarks, and touchdowns.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Kevin Durant’s big trade to the Houston Rockets, to the Nike (NKE) and Skims athleticwear production delays, to Tom Brady’s $1 million win at Fanatics Fest, the financial plays shaping the sports business are ones to watch.Yahoo Sports Women’s Basketball reporter Cassandra Negley also joins the show to talk about the latest in the WNBA as well as Caitlin Clarke’s impact on the league.Plus, Infinity Sports Network radio host Andrew Perloff stops by to break down “ring culture” in the NFL as well as his thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers $10 billion sale.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Red Sox shakeup: Was Devers trade a smart business move?

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0000

From high-profile trades to high-stakes media rights, the dollars behind the games are moving fast.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the Red Sox Rafael Devers trade, to Netflix’s Canelo Alvarez versus Terence Crawford superfight, to the WNBA’s broadcast rights extension with Scripps, the financial plays shaping the sports business are ones to watch.

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin stops by the show to tease 2025 Fanatics Fest, which takes place from June 20-22 in New York City.

Plus, F1 Arcade US President Jon Gardner joins Pompliano to talk about the world’s first Formula One entertainment venue as well as the racing league’s recent growth within the United States.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NCAA settles: Big payday for college athletes

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0000

From Warner Bros. Discovery's (WBD) corporate shake-up to the high-stakes US Open Golf Championship and even actor Ryan Reynolds’ continued big bets on global sports, the financial plays shaping the sports business are ones to watch.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

Plus, Sportico Legal Analyst and Senior Sports Legal Reporter Michael McCann stops by the show to break down everything you need to know about the House vs. NCAA settlement.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is hosted by Joe Pompliano. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Small markets, big payouts: inside the 2025 NBA finals

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the MLB’s latest investment in Athletes Unlimited Softball League, to the Masters lottery ticket price increase, to Olympic athlete Sha’Carri Richardson’s newest athletic adventure, there are a lot of key money moves shaping the industry.Plus, Yahoo Sports contributing writer Tom Haberstroh drops by the show to discuss the 2025 NBA finals where the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Indiana Pacers.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is hosted by Joe Pompliano. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

WNBA slam dunk: New York Liberty valued at nearly half a billion

Thu, 29 May 2025 19:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From WrestleMania moving out of New Orleans, to the New York Liberty’s WNBA record-breaking $450 million valuation, to Liverpool FC freezing their ticket prices, there are a lot of key money moves shaping the industry.

Golden Valkyries Team president Jess Smith drops by the show to discuss the WNBA expansion team’s inaugural season in the league.

Plus, Liverpool FC chief commercial officer Ben Latty joins Pompliano to break down the team’s Premier League title win and what it means for the future of the esteemed football club.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is hosted by Joe Pompliano. It is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Could Taylor Swift perform for the NFL on Thanksgiving Day?

Thu, 22 May 2025 19:27:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Dick’s Sporting Goods’ (DKS) $2.4B acquisition of Foot Locker (FL), to Mark Cuban’s new $750M sports private equity fund, to the NFL’s new Thanksgiving Day strategy that could feature Taylor Swift, there are a ton of big money moves changing the game right now.The Right Stuff owner and FIFA 2026 chief venues and operations manager Bill Squires also stops by the show to talk about all things World Cup.Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Will 'Rivalry Weekend' bring big bucks to the MLB?

Sat, 17 May 2025 12:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of the biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Google's potential partnership with the NFL, to Michael Jordan's latest venture with NBC, to MLB Rivals Weekend, there are a bunch of big money moves rewriting the playbook.

Boardroom and 35V CEO and co-founder Rich Kleiman also stops by the show to talk about Boardroom's new partnership with Yahoo Sports and to discuss the latest with the NBA.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news — the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals — so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Reebok co-founder reveals the next footwear revolution

Sat, 10 May 2025 12:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week's biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. There are a bunch of big-money moves rewriting the sports playbook, from Carmelo Anthony joining NBC as a studio analyst for the NBA, to the Women's Pro Baseball League striking a new media deal, to TKO (TKO) boxing's massive inaugural event.Syntilay CEO Ben Weiss and Reebok co-founder Joe Foster also stop by the show to talk about their new AI-designed, 3D-printed shoe and the future of footwear amid tariffs and technological innovation.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news — the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals — so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Big hats & bigger bucks: A look at the 151st Kentucky Derby

Sat, 03 May 2025 12:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Wrexham AFC’s massive promotion to the business behind the 151st Kentucky Derby, there are a bunch of big money moves changing the game right now.Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein also drops by the show to discuss the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

The big bucks behind NBA post-season bonuses

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the NBA’s multi-million dollar postseason bonuses, to the significance of the NFL Draft taking place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Gatorade’s big new marketing campaign featuring Kendrick Lamar and Caitlin Clark, there are a bunch of big money moves changing the game right now.

Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds also stops by the show to discuss the racing league's global expansion strategy and how it is setting itself apart from other motorsports like NASCAR and Formula One.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines and analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion-dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff

MLB salary cap debate grows as 2026 lockout looms: Sports Report

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From a potential salary cap in major league baseball, to Lionel Messi’s contract extension with Inter Miami, to the WNBA’s newest superstar Paige Bueckers, there are a lot of key money moves shaping the industry.

LA Golf founder and CEO Reed Dickens also drops by the show to discuss the business of the golf brand and their recent partnership with two-time US Open Champion, Bryson DeChambeau.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Ryan Reynolds turns Wrexham AFC into cash machine

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:07:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of the biggest headlines in sports business that impact you and your portfolio. This week, there are a lot of key money moves shaping the industry, such as Unrivaled basketball's year-one success, the financial impact of Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking goal over the Washington Redskins, and Ryan Reynolds & Rob McIlhenny-backed Wrexham AFC and its fiscal growth.

23XI Racing Co-Owner Denny Hamlin and Robinhood (HOOD) Chief Brokerage Officer Steve Quirk also stops by the show to discuss their recently announced partnership.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff

SEC Earns Record $70M, Deion Sanders Extension: Sports Report

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the SEC earning a record $70 Million in March Madness units, to Deion Sanders new $54 Million extension, NASCAR hiring it's first Commissioner, a look back at the TGL's first season, and so much more, there are a lot big money moves shaping the sports industry.

AT&T (T) VP of Media Services & Sponsorships Mark Wright stops by the pod to talk all things March Madness and why AT&T (T) continues to invest in the future of women's sports.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed by Lauren Pokedoff and produced by Tony Czech.

Celtics sell for $6.1B, March Madness in full swing: Sports Report

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 21:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the Celtics record-breaking $6.1B sale to Novak Djokovic's PTPA lawsuit and the Caitlin Clark effect continuing to reshape the WNBA, there are a lot of major financial moves shaping the sports business.

Plus, Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Caroline Fenton stops by the show to discuss all things March Madness, NIL deals and the bright future of women's basketball.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed Lauren Pokedoff and produced by Tony Czech.

March Madness tips off, Ted Lasso returns: Sports Report

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:30:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From March Madness finals, to the Premiere League’s switch from Nike (NKE) to Puma (PUM.DE), Apple (AAPL) renewing it's hit TV show Ted Lasso for a fourth season, and so much more, there are a lot of key money moves shaping the sports industry.

WME Sports Agent Zack Miller also stops by the show to discuss all things WNBA and the skyrocketing growth of women’s basketball.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Trump tariffs & sports, PGA Tour future

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From the impact of Trump’s tariffs on the industry—especially the NHL— to speculation about the Tampa Bay Rays' future, to Sotheby’s upcoming auction of rare rookie jerseys from Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, there are a lot of major financial moves shaping sports business.

Plus, Sports Business Journal Assistant Managing Editor Josh Carpenter stops by the show to discuss all things professional golf, including the latest on the merger talks between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

WBD & sports media rights, MLB lockout looms: Sports Report

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know. From Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) scaling back its sports media rights to the MLB Players Association bracing for another lockout, the financial landscape of professional sports continues to shift. Plus, the Caitlin Clark effect continues as the Chicago Sky moves its matchups against the Indiana Fever to a larger venue to accommodate for an increase in fan attendance. Here's what you need to know:

Warner Bros. Discovery cuts back on sports

Following their fourth quarter earnings call, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav told investors WBD will be prioritizing intellectual property (IP) from film and TV properties that the company can own versus sports media rights. Zaslav said, “We don’t need any more sports anywhere in the world in order to support our business.” Though WBD will be losing the NBA after this season when their media rights deal ends, the company still owns the rights to the NHL, tennis French Open, NASCAR, Unrivaled women’s basketball league, and All Elite Wrestling.

MLB Players Association expects lockout in next round of CBA negotiations

The MLB is currently in the midst of collective bargaining negotiations for 2026 and the union is anticipating an offseason lockout. The last time the league faced a lockout was in 2021 and it delayed the 2022 season by a week. MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark says 2026 CBA negotiations will start this coming spring and if a new CBA is not signed by December 1, the MLB will likely enter a lockout.

Chicago Sky moves Caitlin Clark & Indiana Fever games to the United Center

It’s the Caitlin Clark effect all over again. Chicago Sky announced they will be moving their two home games against the Indiana Fever from the Wintrust Arena to the United Center. This move will allow for 10,000 more tickets to be sold for each of these games, as the United Center has almost twice the capacity of Wintrust Arena.

Plus, Carrick Rangers F.C. Owner Michael W. Smith stops by the show to talk about the Northern Ireland Football League club. He also discusses both the global growth of small-market teams as well as the unique ways the team raises funds and remains profitable.

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NFL Netflix games, Nike & Kim Kardashian collab: Sports Report

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0000

It has been a jam-packed week in the world of sports business news. Netflix (NFLX) has expressed interest in taking the NFL rights to Sunday afternoon games, Nike (NKE) has partnered with Kim Kardashian’s Skims, ESPN has ended its broadcasting deal with the MLB, and so much more. This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

US infrastructure not ready for 2026 World Cup, 2028 Olympics

Last week, the US Travel Association, a nonprofit organization that represents the travel industry - released a report saying the US air travel system is not properly equipped to handle the impending surge in travel tourism coming to the country in the next few years. Between the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2028 Summer Olympics, and even America’s 250th birthday in 2026, an estimated 40 million people may visit the United States. If the White House does not get involved and implement reforms to improve infrastructure and technology, the country could face threats to national security, lose millions of visitors, and thus millions of dollars in visitor spending.

Netflix expresses interest in taking Sunday afternoon NFL games from CBS and Fox

Following Netflix’s successful streaming of the 2024 NFL Christmas Day games, which drew in 26.5 million average viewers, the streamer is looking to add more NFL to their roster. Netflix is reportedly looking to acquire one of the NFL’s Sunday afternoon games from CBS or Fox (FOX) if the media rights go back on the market. The NFL’s current media rights deal runs through 2033, but the NFL can choose to opt out of them in 2029. While breaking this down, Pompliano also expresses his concerns about CBS’s current media rights deal due to the network’s parent company Paramount’s (PARA) impending merger with Skydance.

Nike and Skims partnership fuels $6.7 billion in market value to the athleticwear brand.

Nike announced it is partnering with Kim Kardashian’s shapewear line Skims to release a new line of women’s athleticwear to be released this spring domestically and will roll out globally in 2026. Following the news of the “NikeSkims” collaboration, Nike’s stock jumped 6.2% on the day of the announcement, adding $6.7 billion in market capitalization for the company. This marks the first time in Nike’s history where the brand is working with an outside partner on a new brand offering.

Breaking down ESPN’s break up with the MLB

In this week’s Deeper Dive, Pompliano takes a closer look at ESPN and the MLB and why they chose to end their broadcasting deal after working together for 35 years. Though the deal was set to run through 2028, ESPN will finish out its contract in 2025 and the final three years will be voided.

Plus, American Chess Grandmaster and the world’s #1 chess streamer Hikaru Nakamura, stops by the show to talk about the massive growth of chess over the years and its explosion as a digital product.

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MLS kicks off, DraftKings, YouTube TV’s future

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0000

From MLS, to the NFL to DraftKings (DKNG), to YouTube TV streaming rights and Formula One, it’s been a busy week in the world of sports. This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

New York Giants are looking to sell minority stake in franchise

Though the Super Bowl is long over, there’s plenty still happening off the field in the NFL. The New York Giants announced they are looking to sell up to 10% of the team. If the deal goes through, they will be joining the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins in this new trend of NFL teams accepting private equity investors. Back in August 2024, the NFL voted to allow private equity funds to buy stakes in football teams. Forbes most recently valued the Giants at $7.3B, making them the fourth most valuable team in the NFL.

DraftKings Q4 earning results

In its fourth quarter earnings results, DraftKings announced it generated $1.39B in fourth quarter revenue. The gambling company also shared their iGaming revenue for the first time in company history. Pompliano breaks down DraftKings profits brought in via iGaming versus sports books and why the revenue from both are so significant.

YouTube TV and the fragmentation of sports media

Last week, YouTube TV was embroiled in a carriage dispute with Paramount Global (PARA). The conflict saw most of Paramount’s channels go dark on the Google (GOOG, GOOGL)-owned streaming service, just weeks before the start of March Madness. Though an extension agreement was made, this isn’t the first time YouTube TV has faced a carriage dispute with a network. The same thing happened in 2021 with Disney (DIS). Pompliano takes a closer look at YouTube TV and how the digital streamer’s business practices, price hikes, and rising costs have further added to a fragmentation of sports media rights.

ESPN exits F1 US media rights deal

The future of Formula One media rights in the United States remains in flux after it was announced ESPN will not renew its deal with the racing league after the 2025 season. Currently F1 receives $90 million per year from ESPN, but is looking for a higher annual fee. Netflix (NFLX) and NBC both have eyes on the league, so it will be interesting to see where negotiations net out with the racing giant.

Plus, San Diego FC CEO and founding partner Tom Penn stops by the show to talk about the team’s inaugural MLS season, which kicks off its first game this weekend.

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Betting on Tom Brady, NASCAR, MLB media rights

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:00:00 -0000

With the Philadelphia Eagles winning the Super Bowl and the NFL now officially between seasons, the rest of the sports world is coming back into focus. This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

SAQUON BARKLEY’S NFL POSTSEASON BONUSES

Following the Philadelphia Eagles NFL championship win, team superstar Saquon Barkley earned $1.5M in total bonuses for his postseason success.

MLB MEDIA RIGHTS FUTURE

Pompliano takes a look at The Athletic’s report that the MLB could walk away from ESPN if the network exits their media rights deal. ESPN is currently set to broadcast its 36th season of Sunday Night Football in the upcoming 2025 MLB season, but they could opt out of the $550M annual deal in 2026, 2027, and 2028.

NASCAR’S DAYTONA 500 SHIFTS INTO GEAR

NASCAR’s 67th Daytona 500 takes place this Sunday at Daytona International Speedway. The 500-mile race marks the start of NASCAR’s new 7-year, $7.7B media rights package with Fox Sports, NBC, TNT Sports and Amazon (AMZN).

Plus, Pompliano takes a look at Fox’s $375M investment in Tom Brady as a NFL broadcaster and breaks down whether or not the massive contract is a good deal.

Association of National Advertisers Group Executive Vice President Nick Primola also stops by the show to talk with Pompliano about this year’s advertisements from the big game and how airing these pricy commercials impacts brands following the NFL championship.

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Chiefs vs. Eagles: Super Bowl LIX by the numbers

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:00:00 -0000

Football’s biggest night is finally here! Super Bowl LIX kicks off this Sunday evening in New Orleans with the Kansas City Chiefs facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles in an epic rematch that is bound to be a game for the history books. Will the Birds come out on top or will the Chiefs “three-peat” and win the championship for the third year in a row?

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano breaks down everything about the Big Game for football fans and investors alike and covers all things having to do with the financial side of the NFL championship.

Plus, Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law Executive Director and friend of the podcast, Andrew Brandt, drops by the show again this week to discuss the big game and the current state of the NFL.

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Chiefs vs. Eagles, Netflix’s sports strategy: YF Sports Report

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

Though the biggest story of the week is that the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles have advanced to the Super Bowl, which takes place on Sunday February 9, there’s plenty of other news going on in the sports world.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest post-season football-related headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

Caitlin Clark’s Signature Nike Shoe

In an interview with Fortune, Nike (NKE) CEO Elliot Hill confirmed Caitlin Clark’s signature sneaker is on its way. Though Hill did not confirm when Clark’s shoe will be released to the public, he did tease that the shoe company is working with the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year on her logo and shoe design. Clark, who was drafted number one by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft, signed a $28 million endorsement deal with Nike. Once her shoe is released, she’ll join Sabrina Ionescu and A’ja Wilson as the only WNBA players with signature Nike shoes.

Netflix’s Live Sports Strategy

Netflix (NFLX) recently announced that it added nearly 19 million subscribers in the last quarter. Part of this increase is due to Netflix’s push to stream more live sporting events. Pompliano takes a look at the new subscriptions brought in from both the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight as well as the NFL Christmas Day games as a case study and how these games subscriber numbers could lead to an increase in Netflix’s live sports strategy in the future.

Chiefs vs. Eagles 2.0: Super Bowl LIX

The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles have both advanced to the Super Bowl. This will be the second time the NFL teams have faced off in the championship. All eyes will be on the Kansas City Chiefs to see if they win the coveted championship game for the third year in a row, or if the Philadelphia Eagles will come out on top in this rematch from the game in 2023.

Plus, Pompliano is joined by Founder and Chairman of Athletes.org, Jim Cavale, to talk about college athletics and how his company is striving to protect the rights of these young athletes as they navigate sports agencies and protecting their name, image, and likeness.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Soccer star Jozy Altidore talks Buffalo Bills investment, Quinn Ewers declines millions: Sports Report

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

Former international soccer star Jozy Altidore is putting his career earnings to work, spending big on the future of sports. The athlete is investing big off-the-pitch, buying stakes in both the NFL's Buffalo Bills and Tiger Woods' indoor golf league, TGL. The former World Cup star spoke with Joe Pompliano about his big investments, calling the NFL the 'creme de la creme in terms of sports investing at the moment,' saying he took the opportunity to buy in with both hands.

Athletes worldwide are looking to put their money to work after seeing earnings skyrocket in recent years, including college sports. However, not everyone is jumping at the cash; Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers recently passed up a reported $8 million NIL deal to stay in college, deciding to declare for the NFL draft instead. It's a decision that left many scratching their heads. So why pass up the deal? Joe discusses that, the potential soccer start that could be headed to the MLS, and the new basketball league that could take on the NBA in the latest edition of the Yahoo Finance sports report.

DraftKings’ new bet, CFP Championship: YF Sports Report

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

While there’s plenty to discuss in the world of sports, postseason football is making its foray into the spotlight this week. The divisional round of the NFL playoffs kicks off on Sunday January 19 while college football has its national championship game on Monday, January 20. These games are sure to generate plenty of buzz and revenue both on and off the field.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest postseason football-related headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

DraftKings tests new subscription-based pilot program in New York

During the NFL playoffs, DraftKings (DKNG) is launching DraftKings Sportsbook+, a subscription-based pilot program that will provide subscribers with boosted odds on select parlays. The new service is only available in New York for now. It will be interesting to see how it impacts DraftKings, as it is the first major sportsbook to offer this kind of subscription service.

College Football National Championship Game Payouts

The College Football Playoff National Championship is “a massive money engine,” says Pompliano. Not only are the schools with the biggest budgets in college football competing, Notre Dame and Ohio State, Pompliano breaks down where there’s additional capital in the postseason, from team payouts for reaching the championship, ticket revenue, stadium ownership to flights and hotel costs.

Plus, Pompliano is joined by Yahoo Sports Senior Reporter Vince Goodwill, to discuss the current state of the NBA as well as the future of the league as it looks to expand its number of teams and grow its audience.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NFL playoffs, David Beckham’s big business: YF Sports Report

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

Two weeks into 2025 and there’s plenty of news coming out of the sports business world. Between the NFL playoffs starting this weekend, the Australian Open in full swing, former soccer star David Beckham’s branded businesses thriving, among other headlines, there’s a lot to break down.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at some of this week’s biggest headlines in the sports business world that you and your portfolio need to know.

NFL playoffs kick off

Pompliano breaks down all the numbers behind the NFL postseason, which kicks off on Saturday.

David Beckham’s brands pay out $124M in dividends

The Financial Times reported Beckham’s holding company, DRJB Holdings, paid out $124M in dividends. Pompliano takes a look at why these numbers are so large and how Beckham is turning his name, image, and likeness into such a financially successful brand.

Swinging into the Australian Open

The Australian Open is the first tennis championship set in 2025. Pompliano provides a playbook on why this year’s tournament is such a huge deal for the sport.

Plus, Pompliano is joined by Professional Sports Authenticator (PSA) President Ryan Hoge to talk about how trading cards and sports memorabilia are becoming their own kind of investment class.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NFL scores with Netflix, Pop-Tarts Bowl: YF Sports Report

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0000

As the NFL heads into their final week of regular season play, there’s much to discuss around the league both looking back on the recent success from their Christmas Day games on Netflix (NFLX), and also looking forward to what’s in store for the sport in 2025.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano chats with Yahoo Sports Senior NFL Reporter Jori Epstein about all things NFL. Following the Christmas Day games that were streamed on Netflix, the streamer reported both the Ravens-Texans and Chiefs-Steelers games averaged over 24M viewers for each game. Pompliano asks Epstein what she thought was the NFL’s goal by electing to air these on a streamer versus broadcast television or even cable. Epstein attributes the league’s decision to three aspects: increasing their demographic, media rights, and international game play.

Plus, Pompliano takes a look at some of the most viral moments from college football's Pop-Tart Bowl, which took place last weekend, where the Iowa State Cyclones defeated the Miami Hurricanes 42-41.

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NCAA football playoffs kick off: YF Sports Report

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0000

The 2024-25 season marks the first time the NCAA is expanding the College Football Playoff from a four-team bracket to 12 teams. The tournament began earlier this week and will run through late January.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano dives deep into everything fans and investors need to know about the new College Football Playoff format and why it’s going to be such a financial success for anyone who has their hands in its pot.

Pompliano says it’s simple as to why this is a success: there are more games.

“If you think about the old college football playoff system, there were really only a handful of games that mattered because there were only four teams, two rounds of games - a handful of games,” Pompliano says. “But now there's 11 games with national championship implications that has allowed the College Football Playoff [Selection] Committee to go negotiate a larger deal with ESPN. In fact, they were able to secure a $7.8 billion contract over six years with ESPN worth $1.3 billion annually. This deal was so large and there were so many games that ESPN actually ended up sublicensing a couple of these games to TNT for $25 million each.”

This is a massive amount of money and doesn’t even include potential ticket revenue from each of these games and sponsorship deals.

Plus, Olympic gold medalist and Boston Fleet captain Hilary Knight drops by the show to discuss the growth of the PWHL as the league begins its sophomore season.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Nike’s NFL deal, Belichick’s new gig, UFC growth: YF Sports Report

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0000

For over 12 years, Nike (NKE) has partnered and collaborated with the NFL as the exclusive provider of uniforms and apparel for all 32 teams in the league. Earlier this week the sportswear giant announced they will be extending their contract with the NFL through 2038.

On this week’s episode of Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano breaks down the significance of this NFL partnership and why it’s a win for Nike, especially with the new CEO Elliott Hill — who entered the role in October 2024 — at the helm of this deal.

“[Hill] has only been on the job for a few months now, but he specifically said he wanted athletes to be at the center of everything they do,” Pompliano says. “That includes sports and sports leagues like the NFL. So this is a great sign for Nike.”

Pompliano is also joined by combat sports journalist and host of The Ariel Helwani Show, Ariel Helwani, to discuss the world of MMA (mixed martial arts), especially the growth of UFC. Helwani attributes a lot of it to the UFC's media rights deal with ESPN that began in 2019. UFC is currently owned by TKO Group Holdings (TKO), with Dana White continuing to lead the combat sports promoter as CEO and president.

“When ESPN is in business with an entity, they start to cover them and promote them a lot more. So they'll be on the ticker, they'll be on dot com, all that stuff, and more,” Helwani says. “When they really want to put the muscle and the machine behind it, it changes in a massive way.”

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano, a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news — the teams, trades, and billion dollar deals — so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Mets sign Juan Soto, WNBA expansion draft: YF Sports Report

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0000

What a week to be a New York Mets fan! Sources told ESPN the team from Queens signed Juan Soto from the Yankees to a 15-year, $765 million contract, which is the most expensive deal in league history. This would break the record for most expensive contract, a record previously held by the Los Angeles Dodgers after they signed Shohei Ohtani last season for $700 million over the course of 10 years.

On this week’s episode of Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano gets into all the finer details of this massive contract negotiation and why this is such a big deal for the New York Mets.

Pompliano is also joined by Jess Smith, president of the Golden State Valkyries, to discuss what it’s like building a professional sports team from the ground up, the WNBA expansion draft that took place earlier this week, and what the league needs to do to take the next step to continue its growth.

“It’s everything,” Smith says. “The media deal is a huge component of the continued visibility, produced games, etc. We’re going to see these athletes. Their individual likeness is just continuing to grow exponentially on top of the talent that’s going to be coming into the league for the foreseeable future as people are already watching and taking note of the next potential draftees coming into the WNBA and taking the court against legacy players people have been watching for many years. But most importantly, it’s consumers. Consumers are the ones who have pushed this growth.”

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NFL’s holiday ratings boost, GM races into F1: YF Sports Report

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano analyzes the ratings from the NFL’s 2024 Thanksgiving Day games, specifically the Dallas Cowboys versus the New York Giants, and explains what was so particular about this match.

The Cowboys vs. Giants game, which aired on Fox (FOX), averaged 38.5 million viewers during the broadcast. This is projected to rank as the most-watched NFL telecast this season, according to Fox Sports PR. What makes this so unique is the game itself was that “It was two of the worst starting quarterbacks [playing] in the league today,” Pompliano says. “Both backup quarterbacks for the Giants and Cowboys with Drew Lock and Cooper Rush played and the game wasn’t very exciting.”

Even the Miami Dolphins and Green Bay Packers game had high viewership with 26.6 million, according to NBC Sports PR.

Later on in the show, Pompliano breaks down the significance of General Motors (GM) joining F1 and Bluestone Equity Group Managing Partner Bobby Sharma, joins the show to discuss investing in sports.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Warner Bros. Discovery agreement, NIL Revenue Sharing: YF Sports Report

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 21:55:00 -0000

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano is joined by Yahoo Sports’ Senior College Football Reporter, Ross Dellenger, to discuss the Warner Bros. Discovery agreement. This deal brings the Big 12 into the spotlight and moves some streaming games to linear TV. As well as the latest news as collegiate athletics start exploring revenue sharing.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

DraftKings earnings, PFL goes international: YF Sports Report

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 22:00:00 -0000

Who knew betting on the NFL would cost DraftKings (DKNG) $250 million? On this week’s episode of Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano takes a look at the sports betting giant and breaks down why it took a financial hit at the expense of bettors taking massive wins.

In their recent earnings report, DraftKings announced that they revised their 2024 fiscal guidance due to NFL game bets going in favor of bettors. Pompliano says it’s not something DraftKings should worry about long term as they’re “sort of an ebb and flow with betting where sometimes the favorites go on a hot streak and sometimes the underdogs do as well.” However, he advises it “is certainly something that we need to be watching out for because the vig that DraftKings was seeing on these bets was not enough to make up for the loss on the NFL bets.”

Losses from football aside, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins is optimistic about the future of the company, recently telling Yahoo finance, "2025's going to be an even bigger year for us."

Commercial sports betting has become a multi-billion dollar industry that is continuing to grow. According to the American Gaming Association, its year-to-date revenue reached $8.36 billion through August alone, which is a 30.4% increase from the same period last year.

Plus, PFL founder and co-owner Donn Davis, joins the show this week to discuss MMA, media rights, and the growth of the fighter’s league.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

NCAA basketball tips off, NASCAR’s media rights deal: YF Sports Report

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 22:00:00 -0000

The 2024-2025 NCAA basketball season began earlier this week, and now that these student-athletes are back on the court, there's a lot to pay attention to. On this week's Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano breaks down the top three things viewers should pay attention to this season.

First up, Duke University freshman Cooper Flagg. Not only is the 17-year-old, 6-foot-9-inch athlete one of the top players in the league, but the star is raking it in off the court, already signing partnerships with brands like New Balance and Gatorade.

Pompliano is also keeping an eye on the women’s teams and the new era of female basketball players. Top names like Paige Bueckers and Juju Watkins look to build on the massive impact Caitlin Clarke had on NCAA women's basketball viewership last year.

Plus, NASCAR President Steve Phelps joins the show to discuss the racing empire’s historic media rights deal and the benefits of teaming up with various networks and streaming platforms.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano a vodcast brought to you by Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports, looks beyond the latest sports business headlines, analyzes all the need-to-know news - the teams, trades, and billion dollar deals - so you and your portfolio will win BIG.

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Clippers' $2 billion arena, NFL expansion: YF Sports Report

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 21:00:00 -0000

With the NBA in the midst of tipping off their 2024-2025 season, eyes are on the Los Angeles Clippers, but not entirely for the reasons you’d expect. Chatter around the Clippers’ arena, the Intuit (INTU) Dome, has taken off following their first home game last week versus the Phoenix Suns.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano breaks down everything you need to know about the $2 billion privately funded arena that opened this past August and why it has been generating so much buzz. Between its amenities, technology, and section of fan seating dubbed ‘The Wall,’ talk of the arena is going viral due to rave reviews from attendees, fans, and even athletes themselves.

Plus, Andrew Brandt, Moorad Center for the Study of Sports Law Executive Director, joins the show this week to discuss the NFL’s rumored talks of expanding the season, plans to go international, and what all that means for investors.

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Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Nike's future, World Series banks big bucks: YF Sports Report

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 21:00:00 -0000

There is a ton of money surrounding the 2024 World Series. With the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees kicking off the coveted playoff series this Friday night on Fox (FOX), the hype over both teams is sure to generate plenty of buzz (and revenue) for the network as well as the MLB.

This week on Yahoo Finance Sports Report, host Joe Pompliano goes in-depth about the World Series and why, specifically, the Dodgers vs. Yankees match will likely bring in massive numbers. Not only do these teams have the two highest payrolls in the MLB, but they also play in the two largest media markets in the country (Los Angeles and New York City), and have two of the most famous players in the world in Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani.

“If you’re Major League Baseball or Fox Sports, who is going to be broadcasting this World Series, you could not be happier with the outcome,” Pompliano says.

Plus, we've got Jordan Rogers, a sports marketer, joining the show later to discuss the new landscape over at Nike (NKE) with its latest leadership changes, what it means for the sportswear brand, and how it could impact your portfolio.

Yahoo Finance Sports Report is developed and produced by Lauren Pokedoff.

Introducing Yahoo Finance Sports Report with Joe Pompliano

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:42:10 -0000

Yahoo Finance and Yahoo Sports are teaming up with Joe Pompliano to bring you the latest in sports business news. With Pompliano as coach, he'll break down the top stories so you can understand the financial game for your financial game! New episodes on Thursdays at 5p ET.