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Top NBA executives to take pay cuts
Reductions include commissioner Adam Silver, deputy commissioner Mark Tatum
MLB, MLBPA strike deal for pandemic-related issues
League, union reach agreement on key issues for this year including player salaries, service time accrual
NCAA payments to schools less than half of projections
Covid-19 pandemic creates sharp reductions in outlays to member schools
Fanatics shifts uniform factory to produce medical gear
Material for official MLB uniforms to be used for protective masks and gowns
Manfred: MLB will be a key part of healing from virus outbreak
MLB commissioner says "nothing's off the table" in terms of recalibrating schedule once play resumes
MLB creates “Opening Day At Home” amid pandemic
Set of 30 archival games to be shown across various media partners will feature each club
Topps expands trading card line with artist collaborations
"Project 2020" will see classic baseball cards reinterpreted by a broad mix of modern artists
LA Clippers owner Ballmer completes $400m Forum takeover
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has reached an agreement to purchase The Forum from The Madison Square Garden Company for $400m in cash
NHL enforces temporary pay cuts among staff, HBSE reinstates full salaries in u-turn
The National Hockey League has asked its staff to take pay cuts following the indefinite suspension of the league amid the global Covid-19 pandemic
Covid-19 drives F1 to a crossroads
The future of Formula 1 is an uncertain one, as the Covid-19 pandemic wreaks havoc on its schedule. Christian Sylt looks at the options for the motorsport.
MiLB standing at front lines of uncertainty, potential business peril from Covid-19 outbreak
With the vast majority of revenues for Minor League Baseball teams deriving from gate revenues and no games happening due to the Covid-19 outbreak, economic worries are growing. US Editor Eric Fisher reports.
Lower league football | Exeter City’s turbulent past equips it to cope with Covid-19 crisis
English lower league club Exeter City's personal commitment to commercial partners has put the club on solid ground during the Covid-19 crisis. Callum McCarthy speak to club chairman Julian Tagg about the club's journey thus far and the hard road ahead.
Octagon’s John Shea: The pent-up demand from a consumer standpoint will be there
Global agency president looks to work through current public health crisis, plan ahead for return of sports industry to full activity
NHL maintains hope for training camps in late April
Potential scenario for resumption still contains many ifs. League, however, remains confident current delays will not preclude a full 2020-21 season.
Los Angeles Rams unveil new logo, color scheme ahead of SoFi Stadium move
The National Football League's Los Angeles Rams have unveiled a new brand identity, which is timed to coincide with the team's scheduled move to the $5bn SoFi Stadium for the start of the 2020 season
US billionaire Michael Dell reportedly in talks over investing in Derby County
English Championship club Derby County is in talks with American technology billionaire Michael Dell about a major financial investment, according to the Daily Telegraph
Tampa Bay Buccaneers enjoy merchandise sales spike following Brady’s arrival
The National Football League's Tampa Bay Buccaneers have enjoyed an immediate merchandise sales spike following the arrival of legendary quarterback Tom Brady
MLB to provide interim financial support for minor-league prospects
Players to receive lump-sum payments equal to allowances set to be paid through April 8
Tampa Bay Buccaneers raise ticket prices ahead of Brady’s imminent arrival
The National Football League's Tampa Bay Buccaneers have raised ticket prices due to the significant spike in demand ahead of the arrival of legendary quarterback Tom Brady
Disney says entertainment sales growing amid sports shutdown
ESPN parent seeking to create alternate programming, keep brands and consumers engaged
Nascar drivers to take part in new esports competition during Covid-19 shutdown
US stock car racing series Nascar and online racing simulation company iRacing have teamed up to create the eNascar iRacing Pro Invitational Series, an exhibition esports competition featuring many of …
Durant among four Nets players to test positive for Covid-19
Testing of entire Nets team for virus draws sharp rebuke from New York mayor
US gambling industry takes major hit as Vegas casinos forced to close
Nevada governor Steve Sisolak has ordered a minimum 30-day shutdown of all state casinos, including other non-essential businesses, in an attempt to stem the spread of the global Covid-19 pandemic
MLB creates $30m fund to assist ballpark workers
Each club pledging $1m in aid for employees who are typically part-time and seasonal
NFLPA membership narrowly approves new labor deal
New decade-long deal to introduce several large-scale changes including expanded schedules and rosters
Gobert apologizes for ‘careless’ behavior amid outbreak
Jazz center earlier this week mocked the virus outbreak, and rules aimed at curbing its spread
Okung releases letter detailing objections with NFLPA
Outspoken player further explains basis of NLRB complaint
US Soccer president Cordeiro apologizes to USWNT as equal pay dispute escalates
United States Soccer Federation president Carlos Cordeiro was forced into a humbling apology to members of the US women's national team as the equal pay dispute between the organization and players further…
US sporting goods chain Modell’s files for bankruptcy
Move to liquidate ends a company run that began in 1889
Ottawa Aces to join RFL in 2021, New York team expected to follow in 2022
Canadian rugby league team Ottawa Aces will join the English-based Rugby Football League pyramid in 2021, it has been confirmed
Ohio governor recommends indoor sports are played without fans, Blue Jackets defy warning
Ohio governor Mike DeWine has recommended that indoor athletic events in the state take place without any spectators in a move to contain the global coronavirus outbreak
Take-Two returns to NFL gaming with new licensing deal
Deal brings league, game developer back together after an absence of 15 years
Okung files NLRB complaint against NFL Players Association
Outspoken member of NFLPA executive committee accuses union of bad-faith negotiating
US Soccer embroiled in new spat with USWNT over equal pay
The equal pay dispute between the United States Soccer Federation and members of the US women's national team appears to be heading for a trial following another war of words over the weekend
Atlanta Hawks CEO suggests pushing NBA season back to avoid clash with NFL
Atlanta Hawks chief executive Steve Koonin has suggested pushing the National Basketball Association season back two months to reduce a clash with the National Football League and in turn boost television…
Reign FC rebrands as OL Reign following OL Groupe takeover
National Women's Soccer League team Reign FC has rebranded as OL Reign following the recent takeover by OL Groupe, the parent company of French women’s soccer team Olympique Lyonnais Féminin.
City Football Group lines up move for Ligue 2’s Nancy
City Football Group (CFG), parent company of English Premier League champion Manchester City, is reportedly looking to add French Ligue 2 outfit AS Nancy Lorraine to its portfolio of clubs