Sevanny and Korey explore the expansion of the WNBA. They also have some discussion on F1 and the New York Knicks.
Korey and Sevanny take on the early morning to weigh in on the latest sports topics: the Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau, the start the the NBA Finals, the 49ers buying a European soccer team and more.
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Sevanny and Korey discuss the news regarding Penske, as well as the recent proposal to ban the Tush Push. They also do a deep dive into the discussion of Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese, looking into how the competition between the two players reminds them of a certain NBA rivalry of the 1980s.
Sevanny and Korey get together for a mini episode to react to the sudden death of longtime Indianapolis Colts CEO and owner Jim Irsay. The longtime NFL team owner loved his team and everyone knew it.
IN THIS EPISODE KOREY AND SEVANNY TALK NBA FINES, THE NBA PLAY IN TOURNAMENT AND THE ALARMING RISING OF BASEBALL PITCHER INJURIES.
Sevanny and Korey return to discuss the recent Celtics sale, NBA trades, and the impact of NIL on March Madness.
KOREY AND SEVANNY ARE BACK FROM A LONG HIATUS TO TALK ABOUT THE LATEST IN THE NFL, SPORT DOCUMENTARIES AND THEIR IMPACT ON PRO SPORTS AND BRYCE UNDERWOOD’S HISTORY MAKING $1.5 MILLION NIL DEAL.
CITING:
SOUND BITES ARE FROM NFL FILMS, HARD KNOCKS ON YOUTUBE AND NETFLIX |DRIVE TO SURVIVE ON YOUTUBE.
Korey and Sevanny are back to give a life update and to discuss the latest headlines in sports business. Top of mind is the jump in the NFL’s salary cap, women’s viewership of the NFL, and the new MLB uniforms.
Headlines:
What does NFL salary cap increase really mean? Three league executives weigh in
Women Prove to Be a Powerful Force in Super Bowl’s Record Viewership
MLB players add see-through pants to concerns with new uniforms
After a bit of a hiatus, Korey and Sevanny are back to discuss the biggest stories in sports. They talk about the NBA's In-Season Tournament, NFL injuries, Ohtani's $700 million deal and more.
In this episode, Sevanny dives into how the Dallas Cowboys became the most valued sports team in the world, while Korey discusses the economics of the World Cup with a closer look at Qatar 2022. The two also talk about gambling in the NHL, Steve Cohen’s Metropolitan Park plans, and the Netflix Cup.
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Headlines
New York Mets owner Steve Cohen announces $8B plan to develop area around Citi Field in Queens
Netflix Considers Streaming Even More Live Sports
Senators' Shane Pinto suspended 41 games for gambling
The Business of the Dallas Cowboys
Crafting a Brand: How the Dallas Cowboys Became America's Team | AdRoll
How the Cowboys Became Forbes' Most Valuable Sports Franchise | NFL Now
How the Dallas Cowboys Built the Most Valuable Sports Franchise | Power Players
Who Is Jerry Jones' Daughter? How Charlotte Jones Built Dallas Cowboys Brand - Bloomberg
Dallas Cowboys top list of most valuable sports franchises - ESPN
The Economics of the World Cup
Here’s What Will Happen to Qatar’s Billion Dollar Stadiums Now That the World Cup Is Over
The Finances Behind the 2022 World Cup
WORLD CUP ECONOMICS: QATAR’S RECORD SPENDING IS UNLIKELY TO PAY OFF
Latest Headlines
MLD reaches 10 episodes! Sevanny and Korey relax and chat about some of the biggest headlines in sports. They discuss the Las Vegas Raiders decision to move on from Josh McDaniels, Skim’s partnership with the NBA and more.
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Sources used:
Padres take out loan
Padres reportedly took out $50 million loan to help cover MLB's 3rd-largest payroll this season
The Cardinal’s Bidwell Problem
The troubling Arizona Cardinals workplace culture that had some employees ‘working in fear’
Arizona Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill Accused of Workplace Misconduct
Raiders dismiss McDaniels
Raiders fire head coach Josh McDaniels, general manager Dave Ziegler in surprising late-night move
The Details Behind Mark Davis Firing Josh McDaniels
Josh McDaniels' bad decisions lead to Raiders firing: What's next?
Skims goes Sports
NBA & Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Reveal Breakthrough Partnership
Kim Kardashian's Skims brand now official underwear of female Team USA athletes
Sevanny and Korey reunite to discuss the latest in the PGA Tour and LIV Golf merger, Kim Ng’s departure from the Miami Marlins and more. Korey gives listeners an economics lesson on Fantasy Football and Sevanny tells us how three wrestlers and a tweet started AEW.
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Latest Headlines:
MLS Continues Growth In 2023 As Messi’s Arrival Added Fuel To Fire
Kim Ng out as GM after Marlins propose hiring new president
NHL reverses new ban on Pride tape in warmups
Report: PGA Tour’s merger with LIV Golf to miss deadline
Fantasy Football Economics:
NFL Sees Real Opportunity in Fantasy Football
Fantasy Football: The history of Fantasy football, the biggest seasons and the future
Fantasy Football Could Cost $17B? Worth It
All in on AEW:
All In sellout a genuine surprise to Cody Rhodes and the Young Bucks
Elite Related Trademark Filings Seemingly Connect Group to Rumored New Promotion
Trademarks filed in Florida for All Elite Wrestling, All Out, and more
The Young Bucks Recall Hot Topic Trying To Contact WWE About Signing Them To A T-Shirt Deal
Cody & The Young Bucks planning to self-finance 10,000 seat show
In this episode, Sevanny dives into the downfall of FTX Arena, Korey explores the NFL International Series and the pair discuss the situation between Panini and Fanatics, the NHL’s decision on Pride tape and more.
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Latest Headlines:
France boss Deschamps hits out at FIFA's 2030 World Cup plan
Panini Alleges Fanatics Induced NFLPA, WWE to Break Contracts
NHL's Pride tape ban is 'serious setback,' Brian Burke says
NFL International Series:
Looking at the history of NFL international games
Jaguars' annual London game is a win for team, NFL and fans
FTX Arena:
Crypto industry to get first major U.S. stadium with Miami-Dade County approving FTX for Heat home
Miami-Dade wins right to strip FTX name off Heat arena
Miami-Dade County announces new naming rights agreement with FTX
Miami Heat to play in FTX Arena after county approves $135M deal with crypto exchange
Miami-Dade County waits for FTX Arena decision
In part 2 of the salary cap series Korey breaks down the NBA’s salary cap and how it leads to player empowerment while Sevanny discusses the complicated rules of the MLS salary cap and how Inter Miami navigated the rules to bring Lione Messi to American soccer. Plus the pair talk about the latest in the TGL, WNBA expansion and more.
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Sources:
MLS Salary Cap
MESSI CAREER EARNINGS TO REACH $1.6B WITH MIAMI MLS DEAL
Inside the MLS Salary Cap: What’s New for 2023?
NBA Salary Cap
Understanding the NBA salary cap: Impact on contracts and team building strategies
NBA's new collective bargaining agreement officially signed, includes in-season tournament
Latest Headlines
WNBA To Formally Announce Expansion, But How Many Teams?
WNBA 2023 Season Delivers with Record-Breaking Viewership, Attendance and Digital Engagement
Conservatorship between Michael Oher, Tuohy family will be terminated, Tennessee judge says
Sevanny and Korey discuss what Taylor Swift’s appearance at the Kansas City Chiefs game this past Sunday means for Travis Kelce and the NFL. Then Korey breaks down the NFL’s salary cap while Sevanny explains the MLB’s luxury tax.
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Resources used for today’s episode:
NFL’s Swift Mania Starting To Show Impact Through Merch Sales, Viewership
MLB’s Competitive Balance Sheet
Why Major League Baseball does not need a salary cap for the sake of parity
How Does the NFL Salary Cap Work? NFL Salary Cap Explained
Separating Fact From Fiction Over How the NFL Salary Cap Works
Korey and Sevanny talk about the TKO merger of sports entertainment juggernauts UFC and WWE, Goldman Sachs’ offering team ownership to its ultra wealthy clients and an in depth conversation about the devaluation of running backs in the NFL.
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Resources used for today’s episode:
Why star NFL running backs have been devalued: What's next
Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb’s injury is exhibit A for fully guaranteed NFL contracts
WWE, UFC Officially Merge to Form TKO Group, New Stock to Start Trading
WWE’s ‘SmackDown’ to return to NBCUniversal’s USA Network in more than $1.4 billion deal
Goldman Sachs Opens Door For Clients To Invest In Sports Teams
Week 1 of the 2023 NFL season is complete, and Sevanny and Korey talk about the major storylines at play. They discuss the most exciting games, the implications of Aaron Rodgers’ injury, the outlook for young quarterbacks, and more.
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Show notes:
Statistics for Each Week 1 Game
Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961
ESPN - NFL Week 1: Big questions, risers, fallers and takeaways
CNBC - Disney and Charter reach deal to end cable blackout in time for ‘Monday Night Football’
In this episode, we discuss Trey Lance being traded to the Cowboys, NASCAR’s new Netflix docuseries, and Noah Lyles’ “world champion” comments. Plus, Sevanny dives into the details of the PGA and LIV Golf merger, while Korey discusses the origins of LeBron James’ Nike deal.
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Show notes for Lebron’s Nike deal:
LeBron, Inc.: The Making of a Billion-Dollar Athlete - By Brian Windhorst
https://www.amazon.com/LeBron-Inc-Making-Billion-Dollar-Athlete/dp/1538730871
For more information on Lebron’s endorsements and career earnings:
The World’s Highest-Paid Athletes 2022: Lebron Scores $127 Million
LeBron James Contract, Salary Cap Details & Breakdowns
https://www.spotrac.com/nba/los-angeles-lakers/lebron-james-2257/
Show notes for PGA and LIV Golf merger:
The Truth About Phil Mickelson and Saudi Arabia
https://firepitcollective.com/the-truth-about-phil-and-saudi-arabia/
LIV Golf, PGA Tour merger shines spotlight on 'sportswashing'
LIV Golf inks multi-year deal with The CW Network as Saudi-backed league lands first U.S. TV deal
Phil Mickelson, three others withdraw from LIV antitrust lawsuit against PGA Tour
Why professional golfers are choosing LIV Golf and Saudi propaganda, explained
https://www.sbnation.com/golf/2022/6/8/23159771/liv-golf-london-saudi-arabia-sportswashing
Phil Mickelson says PGA Tour's 'obnoxious greed' has him looking elsewhere
https://www.golfdigest.com/story/phil-mickelson-pga-tour-media-rights-obnoxious-greed
In this episode Korey and Sevanny talk about Neymar's move to Al Hilal, a Saudi Pro League team and more headlines. Sevanny breaks down Deshaun Watson's trade to the Cleveland Browns and Korey tells us about Patrick Mahomes' contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Show Notes for Patrick Mahomes' contract extension:
How Much Will Patrick Mahomes Actually Make from his $503 Million Contract?
https://www.si.com/nfl/chiefs/news/how-much-will-patrick-mahomes-actually-make-from-his-503-million-contract
Show Notes for Deshaun Watson's trade:
How the Texans and a Spa Enabled Deshaun Watson’s Troubling Behavior
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/07/sports/football/deshaun-watson.html
As Deshaun Watson’s agent sounds off, an attorney for 12 alleged victims says info will be turned over to police
Spotrac: NFL financials
https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/cleveland-browns/deshaun-watson-21753/
AP Source: QB Watson requests trade from Houston Texans
Welcome to Major League Deals! Sevanny and Korey are two friends who have a love for sports and business. Join us as we talk about the business deals that have impacted major league sports, the latest trades and more.
In this episode Korey breaks down Michael Jordan's rookie contract with the Chicago Bulls and Sevanny tells the story of how two NFL owners traded teams, the Colts and the Rams.
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Sources:
Rams and Colts owners trade teams:
The Colts and Rams Really Big Deal by Judy Battista
Nay On The Neighs, Yea On The Baas by Tex Maule
https://vault.si.com/vault/1972/08/14/nay-on-the-neighs-yea-on-the-baas
The Pleasure of Dying on Sunday by Robert H. Boyle
https://vault.si.com/vault/1965/12/13/the-pleasure-of-dying-on-sunday