Quote of the Day
"Compared to so many other businesses that are down by such heavy percentages, for us to be down only 6.5% is remarkable. It really speaks to the appeal of our game."
-- MLB Commissioner Bud Selig, on the league's drop in regular-season attendance (THE DAILY).
Top Stories
Off And Running
Twins' Dramatic Win Sets
Stage For MLB PlayoffsThe MLB playoffs begin this afternoon with big-market teams and a host of compelling storylines, and if last night’s thrilling AL Central tiebreaker game is any indication, the league could be in for a very good October. The Twins’ 12-inning victory over the Tigers draws a 4.5 metered-market rating on TBS, up 36% from Minnesota's tiebreaker against the White Sox last year. One AL exec says, "If you're advertising why you should watch playoff baseball, all you had to do was watch that game.” But not all the news is good, as play-by-play announcer Chip Caray is blasted by bloggers and on Twitter for botching a crucial call in the 10th inning, yelling “Base Hit!” on a fly out. Also, while last night’s game draws a record-setting crowd at the Metrodome, MLB ends the '09 regular season with its lowest overall attendance since '04, and 22 of the league's 30 clubs see a decline at the gate.
Another Change To The USOC
Stephanie Streeter pulls name as candidate for permanent USOC CEO role; Stanford's Bob Bowlsby to head search group.
Walking Off The Course
Libba Galloway stepping down as LPGA Deputy Commissioner, bringing more unrest to the tour.
Fantastic Four
ESPN, as expected, smashes cable viewing records with Monday's Packers-Vikings clash.
Building A Legacy
IMG's presence in college sports gets stronger behind new partnership with Yankees, Cowboys.
Breaking From The Peleton
Lance's endorsement of Michelob Ultra marks rare athlete-beer partnership.
The World Awaits
Stern gives strongest indication yet that NBA will hold meaningful game in London in the future.
What A Rush
Checketts-Limbaugh group one of six potential bidders looking to acquire the Rams.
Crabcakes And Soccer
Might DC United's years-long search for a new stadium end with a move to Baltimore?
