Daily Issue

05.23.2023

Featured

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Thirsty Thursdays?

NFL gets some pushback on new flex rules, though only minor game changes expected this season.

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NFL looks into more gambling issues

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Pelicans not rushing venue renovation

Leagues and Governing Bodies

NFL owners' approval of flexing 'TNF' games causing some pushback

Sources: NFL looking into second wave of gambling policy violations

MLS launching youth soccer league program to foster fandom

Major League Cricket looking to make splash in U.S. debut

League Notes

Franchises

Dodgers apologize, re-invite group to Pride Night amid backlash

Reynolds ends pursuit of Senators despite offers to join other bidding groups

Penguins get permission to speak to Dubas in GM search after Maple Leafs dismissal

MLSE faces front office woes among Maple Leafs, Raptors, Toronto FC

Facilities

Pelicans in no rush to renovate arena, will commission study on viability

Charlotte considering funding portion of new tennis complex

USF gets approval for $340M on-campus stadium from BOT committee

Yankees and Mets open women's locker rooms at ballparks

Media

MLB, Diamond saga could have clarity day prior to court hearing

Yankees' numerous streaming options draws ire of fans, analysts

4se: Disney/ESPN, ACC reaffirm relationship, highlight women's sports efforts

Colleges

Miami's Radakovich expects new ACC revenue distribution deal in 2024

Events and Attractions

Preakness Stakes sees increased attendance from 2022, still below pre-pandemic levels

Levi's Stadium to host Super Bowl LX, landing another major sports event in 2026

ONE Championship's first U.S. event boasts strong consumer metrics

Olympics

U.S. Ski & Snowboard integrates para teams into athlete roster

Technology

Health optimization platform Lifeforce raises $12M Series A round

Wicket names Alastair Partington as new president

WWE partners with Enlighted for smart lighting, IoT at new headquarters

Esports

Hawks, State Farm team up for community esports event

Landmark CS:GO Major in Paris posts impressive streaming

People and Pop Culture

Mike Dimond leaving Bally Sports North

Executive Transactions - May 23, 2023

Names in the News

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Quote of the Day

Just make the schedule and play it.
-- Raiders owner Mark Davis, speaking out against his fellow owners' vote to allow flex scheduling.

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