NFL records series of gains in Week 1 domestic viewership
Each of league's US rightsholders see markers of audience growth
MiLB players complete unionization process
MLBPA to represent minor leaguers as collective bargaining to begin
Fan Controlled Football operators expanding into basketball
Fan Controlled Hoops to debut in February 2023
Legends names Carroll as its global merchandise president
Former Foot Locker executive to lead division for premium experiences company
NBC Sports posts best ‘SNF’ opener rating since 2015
Buccaneers-Cowboys clash delivers 35 per cent viewership boost
Steve Pangburn on elevating the business and fan experience of sports event concessions
In this week’s episode, podcast co-hosts Eric Fisher and Chris Russo interview Steve Pangburn, chief executive of North America for concessions operator Sodexo Live!. Fisher and Russo also discuss a series of impactful developments in the fast-growing trading card and collectibles space including the National Basketball Association’s new deal with Sorare, as well as the start of the 2022 National Football League regular season, and seismic changes within the Major League Baseball Players Association.
MLB plans to voluntarily recognize MiLB unionization
MiLB players to gain ability to collectively bargain for the first time
MLB to introduce sweeping set of rules changes in 2023
Introduction of pitch timer, ban on extreme defensive shifts quickly draw rebuke from MLBPA
NFL Cardinals, BetMGM open sportsbook at State Farm Stadium
Facility is the first of its type at an NFL stadium
WWE hires former Raiders president Ventrelle as EVP of talent
Move continues a period of executive transition for the company