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Front Office Sports Today

Front Office Sports

Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports. Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.

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29:53

NFL Teams Face Crossroads at Season’s Halfway Point

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/11/05

The NFL is at its pivotal halfway point and teams have to make crucial decisions about their season's trajectory. Ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, the Saints fired head coach Dennis Allen after their seventh consecutive loss. Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey joins the show with insights on the NFL's coaching carousel and the looming trade deadline. Plus, regional sports network deals are going to play a major role in MLB's offseason. Evan Drellich of The Athletic joins to

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24:52

Surprising Start to MLB’s Offseason

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/11/04

A top international MLB prospect had his offer from the Padres rescinded after an investigation revealed he was five years older than his paperwork indicated. Plus, Gerrit Cole opted out for the Yankees, throwing another potential wrench into an already pivotal offseason for the pinstripes. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins with the latest in MLB. Also, Colts defensive end Laiatu Latu joins the show to discuss the team’s unexpected early success, Adam Silver wants an NBA

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27:35

First-Ever 12-Team CFP Takes Shape

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/11/02

This college football season has been defined by conference realignment and a looming 12-team College Football Playoff at the year's end. More than halfway through the regular season, we are joined by Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey to discuss who has been affected most by realignment so far, good or bad.Also, presidential candidates are using college football to appeal to new audiences ahead of Tuesday's election. FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich joins to break

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36:43

Ripken on World Series, Team Ownership and Soto Pursuit

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/11/01

Cal Ripken watched the Los Angeles Dodgers win a World Series, and now he is hoping to bring a championship to Baltimore as part-owner of the Orioles. He joined the show to discuss the series, Juan Soto’s free agency, building a successful MLB roster, and how the new Orioles ownership will be different from the previous one.Plus, Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher analyzes the MLB offseason, and how certain teams may be constrained by an uncertain media situation. Also, Unrivaled

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45:10

How Your Favorite Team Is Impacting the 2024 Election

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/31

The 2024 presidential election is just five days away, and some of the most notable owners in sports have made significant financial contributions to candidates. Front Office Sports breaking news reporters Margaret Fleming and Alex Schiffer dove into the largest donations from sports team owners, and they join the show to reveal their findings.Plus, Blake Griffin might be the next big name to launch a a broadcasting career. Tuned In columnist Mike McCarthy discusses Amazon and NBC's interest in

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41:50

How Cooper Flagg Made NIL History

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/30

Front Office Sports breaking news reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss Cooper Flagg's celebrity and the renaissance of U.S. basketball stars.Plus, as MLB's dream World Series concludes, we hear from Bob Kendrick, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, on the rise of black MLB stars like Mookie Betts. Also, Lions center Frank Ragnow joins to discuss what it’s like to be at the literal center of one of the best offenses in the league, and living through multiple substantial

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38:12

Why More Than Half the WNBA Fired Their Head Coaches

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/29

More than half of the WNBA is officially without a head coach. The Connecticut Sun parted ways with Stephanie White on Monday afternoon, becoming the seventh WNBA franchise with a vacancy. Front Office Sports reporter Colin Salao joins the show to discuss the reasons for the open positions and why the recent TV deal is a big part of this. Plus, former Knicks GM Scott Perry joins the show to discuss the latest behind the scenes in the NBA, including Bronny James going to the G League in

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46:59

Dream World Series Better Than Imagined

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/28

The World Series matchup between the Yankees and Dodgers has delivered on the field and off, with game 1 ending in a walkoff grand slam, and an average of 15.2 million people tuning in. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher joins the show to discuss his trip to Los Angeles for the first two games and the unique star power of Shohei Ohtani. Plus, Reggie Jackson discusses the A’s legends softball game he is putting on at the Oakland Coliseum before the stadium is converted into a soccer

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13:21

NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch Is Ready to Win Again

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/26

Ahead of the Straight Talk Wireless 400, Front Office Sports newsletter writer David Rumsey speaks with NASCAR driver Kyle Busch on the state of NASCAR and the impact that the media is having on the racing world.

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41:43

What the Dream Matchup Means for MLB

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/25

MLB is getting its wish of its two biggest markets facing off in the World Series. The presence of Shohei Ohtani in the Fall Classic could lead to viewership in Japan above that of the US audience. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher explains how big this series could get. Plus, multimedia reporter Derryl Barnes reports from Los Angeles to contrast the Lakers and Clippers’ home openers, including some bizarre and futuristic details from the Intuit Dome. Later, we hear from Bloomberg’s

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32:58

Caitlin Clark Could Get “Messi-Like” Offer from...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/24

The Unrivaled league is preparing a “Messi-Like” offer for Caitlin Clark before its inaugural season in January, according to Front Office Sports “Tuned-In” columnist Mike McCarthy. He joins the show to explain how Clark could get more than a salary from the league.Plus, the Timberwolves begin the NBA season as title contenders despite being in the midst of an ownership dispute. Newsletter writer Eric Fisher explains the state of that team.Cincinnati Bengals’ Sam Hubbard joins to discuss this NFL

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38:27

Messi and MLS Begin Biggest Postseason Yet; Intuit...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/23

The MLS playoffs begin, with Lionel Messi set to play his first-ever U.S. postseason game Friday. We hear from Apple TV lead MLS analyst Taylor Twellman about how MLS is taking advantage of this moment.Plus, the Los Angeles Clippers make their debut at the Intuit Dome tonight. Front Office Sports reporter Colin Salao is on the scene and tells us what he's expecting for the opening game. Also, the rise of fake news account "NBACentel" continues to dupe fans and media members, the World Series is

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45:56

WNBA Wraps Monumental Season As NBA Tips Off

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/22

The NBA is back! Longtime NBA executive and former Knicks GM Scott Perry joins the show to get us primed for what is going to be a pivotal NBA season, featuring his former Knicks squad squaring off against the defending champion Celtics on Tuesday night. Plus, the WNBA set records in arguably its best Finals series in history, both in terms of ratings and attendance. Front Office Sports reporter Margaret Fleming was at Game 5 and reflects on the W's biggest season. Plus, Tom Brady's dual role as a

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40:46

Mark Messier, Danny DeVito Talk Sports’ Make-or-Break...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/21

Mark Messier and Danny DeVito, executive producers on Prime Video’s “Game 7,” join the show to discuss the biggest moments in sports and the art of retelling those stories. Also, three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas discusses the reverberations in the track world following the Olympics and how new leagues such as Athlos and Duael can help keep the momentum going. Plus, bidders for the Celtics are emerging (including Jeff Bezos’s half-brother), a carriage dispute in Chicago is denying Blackhawks

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21:59

Ngannou's Big Fight Night in Riyadh: PFL Founder Donn...

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/19

Ahead of October 19th's "Battle of the Giants", Professional Fighters League founder Donn Davis joins FOS editor-in-chief Dan Roberts to discuss the business model of the league, recruiting premiere talent like Francis Ngannou, and the league's relationship with Saudia Arabia's PIF fund.

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43:44

Chiney Ogwumike: “Living My Dream” with New ESPN Deal

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/18

Chiney Ogwumike inked a new contract with ESPN, as did Kendrick Perkins, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler. The deal makes her the first female broadcaster to work full-time across “NBA Countdown” and “WNBA Countdown.” She joins the show to discuss her work at ESPN, the WNBA finals, and the growth of the league.Plus, Indianopolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor discusses life on an up-and-coming NFL team, reporter Colin Salao breaks down the coming CBA negotiations likely on the horizon for the

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32:40

Rays’ Stadium Won’t Be Ready by Opening Day. What Now?

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/17

Tropicana Field, home of the Rays, likely won’t be ready for Opening Day of 2025, and the team faces tough questions about where they will play and how much they are willing to invest in repairing a stadium they ultimately plan to leave.Plus, WNBA players are expected to opt out of their collective bargaining agreement by the Nov. 1 deadline, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones attempted to explain the threats he made to media members, and we hear from former NFL players Jamaal Charles and Anthony “Spice”

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47:52

Davante Adams Out, Tom Brady In for Las Vegas Raiders

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/16

The Raiders made two sets of headlines Tuesday, starting the day off by trading Davante Adams to the Jets, and ending it with Tom Brady's official approval to become a minority team owner. Front Office Sports newsletter writer Eric Fisher was on-site at the NFL owners’ meetings and takes us behind the scenes of Brady's approval.We also hear from The Athletic’s Zack Rosenblatt on the Jets’ side of the Adams trade, plus the latest on Haason Reddick and the team's midseason coaching change. Also,

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34:08

Haason Reddick's Holdout Continues With Top NFL Agent

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/15

Haason Reddick was let go by agency CAA Sports amid his holdout with the New York Jets. Now, Reddick has a new representative negotiating his status with the team—NFL agent Drew Rosenhaus. Front Office Sports reporter Alex Schiffer joins the show to discuss why CAA Sports moved on from Reddick and whether Rosenhaus can find a light at the end of this tunnel. Plus, the NHL's season is firmly underway with its newest team, the Utah Hockey Club, off to a red-hot start. ESPN hockey reporter Emily

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36:46

How the PWHL is Changing Hockey

Front Office Sports Today ·

2024/10/14

Hockey is back, and for the Professional Women's Hockey League, that means a very important second season. Minnesota Frost captain Kendall Coyne Schofield joins the show to explain why the success of the PWHL is essential for the future of hockey and other women's sports. Plus, we check in on developing sports media offerings for Latino consumers, and why increasing representation and reach to that demographic will underline the future of broadcasting. Also, the Haason Reddick situation gets

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