FILE - The Walt Disney Co. logo appears on a screen above the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on Aug. 8, 2017, in New York. ESPN began informing employees of layoffs Monday, April 24, 2023, which are job cuts that are taking place throughout its corporate owner, the Walt Disney Company. Disney CEO Bob Iger announced in February that the company would reduce 7,000 jobs either through not filling positions or layoffs

Shifting Lineups: ESPN’s On-Air Talent Takes a Hit

Darian Kelly

Layoffs struck the World Wide Leader this week with multiple big-name personalities left looking for new gigs.

Read More
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) and teammates warm up during practice at the NFL football teams training facility in Philadelphia, Thursday, June 8, 2023.

Survivor Trends and Traps: NFC and AFC East

Scott Valentine

We’ve got hot insights from the NFC and AFC East to help you dominate your survivor pools. Check out what we found!

Read More
Denny McCarthy tees off on the fifth hole during the third round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands, Saturday, June 24, 2023, in Cromwell, Conn.

What’s on Tap: The John Deere Classic

Alex Lauzon

The Tour rolls on to the Quad Cities in the small but mighty John Deere Classic. Check out picks and previews here!

Read More
FILE - Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (34) looks on during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. The NFL suspended three players indefinitely Thursday, June 29, 2023, for violating the league's gambling policy and a fourth was sidelined for six games. Isaiah Rodgers and Rashod Berry of the Indianapolis Colts along with free agent Demetrius Taylor received indefinite suspensions through at least this season for betting on NFL games in 2022.

NFL Players’ Suspensions Shed Light on League’s Escalating Betting Problem

Darian Kelly

The recent wave of gambling-related suspensions in the NFL have shed light on an escalating betting problem within the league.

Read More
FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2019 file photo, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu shows his receipt after placing the first legal sports wagering bet on his mobile phon in Manchester, N.H. Special-purpose acquisition companies, better known as SPACs, have been embraced by big institutions and small-pocketed investors alike. Companies such as Draftkings and Virgin Galactic used a SPAC to go public last year. The frenzy surrounding SPACs has also attracted the attention of government regulators, who are concerned they may draw in unsophisticated investors.

When Billionaires Battle, Does Anybody Win?

Darian Kelly

We’ve got an old-fashioned bidding war on our hands. But at the end of the day, is the consumer going to benefit from this?

Read More
Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard brings the ball up against the New York Knicks during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

Is Damian Lillard Turning Himself into the Villain?

Justin Meyer

After years of ‘not running from the grind’, we’re watching Damian Lillard turn himself into a villain in real-time.

Read More
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) takes part in drills during a mandatory NFL football minicamp at the Broncos' headquarters Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in Centennial, Colo.

Survivor Trends and Traps: NFC West and AFC West

Scott Valentine

We’ve got everything you need for your survivor pools, starting with AFC and NFC West ATS trends! Check them out here.

Read More
San Antonio Spurs' first round draft pick Victor Wembanyama, left, receives his jersey from Spurs general manager Brian Wright during an NBA basketball press conference, Saturday, June 24, 2023, at the AT&T Center in San Antonio.

NBA Draft Recap 

Alex Lauzon

After an unsurprising first overall pick, the 2023 NBA Draft was full of twists and turns. Check out our recap here.

Read More
Joey Chestnut reacts after winning the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest in Coney Island on Monday, July 4, 2022, in New York. Chestnut at 63 hotdogs to win the men's division of the contest.

Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest Preview

Alex Lauzon

It may not be one of the Big 4 major U.S. sports, but the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is a must-watch event. Check out our preview here.

Read More
Rickie Fowler putts on the fourth green during the final round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands, Sunday, June 25, 2023, in Cromwell, Conn.

What’s on Tap: The Rocket Mortgage Classic

Alex Lauzon

The Tour heads to Detroit after a low-scoring Travelers Championship. Get your picks and read our preview here!

Read More
1 8 9 10 11 12 58