Catch up on the biggest stories in sports today—from game-changers to jaw-droppers—all in one quick scroll.
MLB
Steve Cohen wants to turn Citi Field’s parking lots into an $8B entertainment hub—complete with parks, restaurants, and a casino. The plan could reshape how sports teams grow off the field…if he can get past the red tape.
Business of Sports
Tech execs like Pichai and Nadella are going all in on cricket—backing leagues in the US and UK with millions in funding. With growing fan interest and Olympic momentum, the sport may finally break through in America.
NBA
A-Rod and Marc Lore just won arbitration in their bid to take over the Timberwolves—but they still need NBA owner approval to seal the deal. With valuations soaring and billionaires backing the bid, the four-year saga is almost over. Almost.
nhl
The NHL is replacing its All-Star Game with a new 4 Nations tournament—featuring Canada, the US, Sweden, and Finland—in a push to boost global viewership and fan interest ahead of the Olympics and a planned World Cup of Hockey.
MLB
MLB ump Pat Hoberg, once praised for a perfect World Series game, has been fired over a gambling rules violation involving 141 bets—eight during games he worked. No game-fixing found, but the league says integrity matters.
NFL
Before kickoff, Super Bowl LIX is already breaking records—$1.39B in bets, 1.47B wings, $8M ads, and ticket prices falling fast. Here’s your stat-packed guide to the big game.
NBA
Luka Dončić is now a Laker. The Mavs’ shocking trade for AD and a pick flipped NBA title odds, broke betting records, and had players and pundits stunned. Stephen A. was speechless.
Soccer
18 matches. One day. UEFA’s new Champions League format is the biggest shake-up in decades—bringing more chaos, more stakes, and plenty of pushback from managers and fans alike.
NFL
A playoff win gave the Commanders their best merch day in 92 years. But does winning really grow a team’s value? Experts say it’s more about stadiums and media markets than scoreboard success.