Union Junction

While most of the sports world continues the Tiger Woods watch, the MLBPA formally introduces Michael Weiner as its first new Exec Dir in 26 years. Weiner immediately steps into the public eye, touting the present condition of MLB as a league without a "crisis or a critical issue to deal with." With growing talk that baseball needs to revamp its financial structure -- including possibly amending the revenue-sharing plan -- he says the union needs to make sure MLB's basic agreements are "working properly." Weiner touts he has a "productive working relationship" with MLB, but with CBA negotiations looming he vows owners misjudging the union "will be met with the same surprise owners of the past met with when they underestimated the players' resolve." Meanwhile, with the revenue-sharing issue recently coming under increased scrutiny, the Pirates state they are reinvesting the funds they receive into the on-field product.

Not Quite Out Of The Woods
Sponsors continue to stand by Tiger in wake of admission, while pundits feel winning would best repair the damage to his once-sterling reputation.

Quiet, Please
Golf Channel not planning to dwell on Woods situation during coverage of his tournament.

The Answer For Sagging Sales
Iverson's return to 76ers reignites fans' interest in team, but will it fade if club does not win?

Swing And A Miss
MLB balks at Hicks trying to front-load extension of FSN deal in an attempt to maintain control of Rangers.

Oh My, Look Who's Back
Dick Enberg cutting back on network commitments to call Padres games on TV.

Northern Exposure 
Bills continue venture into Canada, host Jets tonight before sold-out Rogers Centre crowd.

A Real Page Turner
SI announces plans for digital e-reader version of magazine, likely to debut next summer.

Caution Flag
Low ratings, improving driver image the hot topics at Motorsports Marketing Forum.