Quote of the Day
"I think I'm going to leave that to the commissioner. As a smart man said, it's above my pay grade."-- White Sox Chair Jerry Reinsdorf, when asked his thoughts about the Marlins-Blue Jays trade. (THE DAILY)
Top Stories
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Getting To YES
News Corp. is "closing in on a deal to buy a minority stake" in the YES Network, according to sources cited by Matthew Futterman of the WALL STREET JOURNAL. One source said that a deal "may be announced in the coming days" that values the Yankees' RSN at roughly $3B. News Corp. is "said [to] have its sights on nearly 40% of the network, seeking to buy most, if not all, of the stakes owned by longtime investors Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Providence Equity Partners" ( WALL STREET JOURNAL, 11/15 ). PILING ON : In L.A., Flint & James cite sources as saying that talks between News Corp. and the Yankees "have been going on for several weeks ." News Corp. getting a stake in YES would "give it a big presence in the nation's No. 1 medi ...
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What's It Worth To You?
Manchester United makes it clear to Nike that the company needs to "dramatically" increase its next kit deal to remain a club partner.
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Shooting Star
Navistar ends its LPGA title sponsorship of Alabama event.
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Playoff Payoff
ESPN close to wrapping up TV rights to new college football postseason.
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Fish Out Of Water?
Samson claims Marlins' trade necessary to compete; Loria denies intent to sell.
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Case Closed
Mintz wins $85K in case against former employer Priority.
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Let's Build Something Together
Atlanta mayor discussing partnership with Braves to develop area around Turner Field with team's lease expiration in mind.
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Keep Austin Wired
F1 ready for Austin, but will series ever be embraced in the U.S.?
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Match Point
ATP World Tour chief says series is in its "strongest financial position ever," while Finals in London sees record crowd.
