"Going Off The Grid" is a weekly survey of sports execs and personalities offering their thoughts on a handful of pressing (and trivial) issues in sports and pop culture. This week, panelists discuss non-traditional hockey markets and summer sporting events they'd like to attend.
- Wild President Matt Majka
– Just trying his best to keep up with pop culture.
- Crew President of Business Operations Andy Loughnane
– Avid listener of Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" podcast.
- rEvolution CEO John Rowady
– Gets his pop culture through sports.
- Turnkey Search Senior VP Carolyne Savini
– Keeps up with pop culture to stay relevant and keep up with kids.
| Going Off The Grid | |||||
| Which non-traditional NHL market is the next Nashville? | A downtime activity that keeps your mind sharp | One summer sporting event to attend | Favorite sports-themed TV show | Pool or beach for summer relaxation? | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() Majka |
Las Vegas | Working on my 1886 farmhouse | British Open | "30 for 30" | Farm |
Loughnane |
Columbus | Ignoring social media | World Cup | "Eastbound & Down" | No vacations until we win the MLS Cup |
Rowady |
Las Vegas | Grilling, boating, golf and off-roading | The 35th America's Cup in Bermuda (I'll be there!) | "Ballers" | Both |
Savini |
Anaheim | Words With Friends against my brother | Wimbledon | "Real Sports" | Jersey Shore every weekend |
Do you want to get your thoughts in the Grid? If so, shoot an e-mail to jcarpenter@sportsbusinessdaily.com.


