Closing Bell

Thursday 4:00pm ET....Latest News....Packers Link Up With Microsoft

  • Packers Partner With Microsoft For Innovation Lab Within Titletown
  • Dean & DeLuca Set To Exit PGA Tour Event Sponsorship Early
  • Sources: Aspen Dental Not Expected To Return As SHR Sponsor
  • Big Ten Expands Conference Schedules For Men's, Women's Hoops

The Starting Five....

The most-read stories today on SportsBusinessDaily.com:

1)  Sources: Nike "Extensively Reviewing" How LeBron James' Jersey Tore In Season Opener

2) Source: Trip To World Series, Extra Home Games Could Help Dodgers Break Even

3) NFL Owners Leave Anthem Rules In Place With Plans To Work With Players On Social Issues

4) Yankees Move Into Competitive Video Gaming By Acquiring Stake In Echo Fox Team

5) NFL Owners Get Data On TV Declines, Including Local Ratings Drops For Big Teams

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I think we should be working towards that. My life doesn't end if we don't. There's this absolutist notion that he's going to dictate what's going to happen. I think we should have an adult conversation. We should be able to make a decision. I think nine games would promote great interest through the year.
-- SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey, on his preference for a nine-game conference schedule.
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