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While the Quadrangle Group is poised to ante up millions more so Miles Prentice's bid for the Red Sox can rival that of Charles Dolan's, two weekly publications probe what the N.Y. Times' stake in the Tom Werner-Les Otten Red Sox bid group means. While editors for the Boston Globe and the N.Y. Times insist there won't be any conflict, some wonder if the Globe would allocate the necessary resources to report on controversial issues involving the team — including future ballpark development and ownership finances.

Is It Possible In This Market?
NBA set to renew its cable deal with Turner; NBC and ABC/ESPN bid for the other half. Total package likely to exceed current deal.

Getaway Cars
ANC Rental looks to get out of various sports marketing deals, including ABC/BCS pact.

You Cannot Be Serious!
John McEnroe ready to assume afternoon drive-time slot for ESPN Radio in N.Y.

A Momentary Lapse Of Reason?
FSN and NHL at odds over network's decision to black out all local games shown on NHL Center Ice package.

A Saucerful Of Secrets
Hornets co-Owner visits Anaheim; Bill Laurie waits in St. Louis; Hampton Roads area seeks a naming rights partner.

Pour Some Sugar On...
Welterweight Champ Sugar Shane Mosley wonders where his endorsement deals are.

They Needed Another Brother
Maloof Brothers Boxing closes after six months; family too busy for the venture.