Quote of the Day

"The sport needs their cash cow back. We already know what I can generate. ... We already know who’s the face of boxing."

-- Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr., on why he is coming out of retirement in a July 18 match against Juan Manuel Marquez (ESPN, 5/20).

Thursday May 21, 2009 Vol. 15 — No. 170 Print This Issue

Top Stories

  • Fun & Games

    Ross Bringing New Ideas
    To Dolphins Franchise

    Keep an eye on Stephen Ross. The Dolphins Owner unveils his latest effort to heighten the fan experience at Land Shark Stadium -- a partnership with Kangaroo Media to provide Dolphins Mobile Vision wireless devices to premium-seat holders this season. Ross also confirms talks about potentially adding a Joe's Stone Crab restaurant at the stadium. However, on top of the Land Shark deal, which includes a Margaritaville-themed area at the stadium and several Jimmy Buffett concerts, some wonder if Ross is losing sight of the big picture -- fielding a winning team. Meanwhile, Ross continues to talk up the former Joe Robbie Stadium as an ideal Super Bowl host despite losing the '13 bid to the Superdome. However, Roger Goodell indicates that several owners think the stadium "lags behind the league's top venues."

  • That's The Cable Talking
    TNT continues to post strong NBA playoff numbers; Nuggets-Lakers Game One becomes ESPN's most-viewed basketball game.

    Picking Up The Pieces
    Coyotes investor John Breslow putting together group to buy team, stay in Arizona.

    Irish Eyes Are Smiling
    Yankees interested in football at new stadium, and Notre Dame wants first dibs. 

    Road To Recovery?  
    Under Armour's new muscle recovery suit could jump start an untapped market for sportswear.

    Future Considerations
    Roger Goodell faces yet another high-profile decision concerning Vick's NFL future.

    Leading The Charge
    Several San Diego officials questioning plan for new Chargers stadium.

    Hi Mom - Please Send Money!
    College conferences during spring meetings looking at different ways to curb spending.

    Trading Jabs 
    Floyd Mayweather Jr., ESPN's Brian Kenny go back-and-forth in contentious on-air interview.

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