Wembley Stadium Set To Host Giants-Dolphins

The Giants and Dolphins are in London to give Europeans an authentic taste of American football, and the NFL seems to have the early buy-in of players. But not even every owner is convinced these excursions are in their best interest (read: Jerry Jones), and the league has been greeted by a lukewarm reception in England.  BBC Dir of Sport Roger Mosey says, “I wouldn’t pretend that the nation is absolutely engrossed by Dolphins against Giants."  

House Rules 
David Stern to alter anti-gambling rules after all refs found to be in violation of current code.

Boston Breakers
Reebok to debut TV ad featuring Boston athletes during Fox’ World Series Game Three on Fox.  

Horsing Around 
Breeders’ Cup debuts new two-day format at Monmouth Park; ESPN pushes event using multi-platform approach; THE DAILY catches up with Greg Avioli.

Coffee Break 
Starbucks ends relationship with Sonics one year after Chair Howard Schultz’ sale of team.

Dyn-o-mite! 
AEG, City of Houston close to finalizing plan for 22,000-seat soccer-specific stadium.

Political Hardball
Republican Presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani top recipient of political donations from MLB players, executives.

The Prestige 
Magic tap former Wild VP/Sales & Service Steve Griggs as Exec VP/Sales & Marketing.