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MLS team allows fans to play owner
Nov 6, 2010
The World Cup is long over, but soccer fans in Seattle are still cheering. That's because their MLS team, the Seattle Sounders, has given them the power to vote on team management, and the response has been a big hit. Josh Platis reports.
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Now that you've won the World Series, you can pay back some debt
Nov 2, 2010
The San Francisco Giants are bound to have a lot of opportunities coming their way now that they've won the World Series. One of those opportunities? A chance to pay back some of their long-time debt. Steve Henn reports.
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Freakonomics Radio: Is football taking sponsorships to the next level?
Oct 29, 2010
In Europe, sponsors reign supreme for sporting teams. Freakonomics Radio's Stephen Dubner explains the difference in American sports.
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What is that around MLB players' necks?
Oct 28, 2010
This final note today, picking up on my earlier observation about the World Series. Am I the only guy who's been wondering what with those enormous...
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Cleveland pride as NBA season starts
Oct 26, 2010
This final note today, in observance of the start of the National Basketball Association season tonight....
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Some call foul on NBA players' salaries
Oct 25, 2010
The new NBA season get going with the tip-off between the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat. As our senior business correspondent Bob Moon reports, if you really want to follow the action in the months ahead, you might want to read past the sports page, and keep an eye on business coverage.
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NFL takes action against dangerous hits
Oct 20, 2010
The NFL plans to send a memo to teams about changes in disciplinary action. This comes after the NFL fined three players for dangerous hits in last Sunday's games. The fines range from $50- to $75,000. The league is getting tougher about tackles, particularly involving the head. Jeff Tyler reports.
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Philly businesses hope for playoff profit
Oct 15, 2010
Major League Baseball's playoffs resume this weekend with games in Arlington, Texas, and Philadelphia. Postseason games mean extra revenue for the teams involved, and lots of other local businesses. Joel Rose takes us to some businesses in Philly.
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The Yankees' monopoly in baseball
Oct 14, 2010
The New York Yankees are set to play in the AL Championship Series, chasing their 28th title in a century. Other teams in the league have never even reached the World Series. Why such a monopoly? Jon Wertheim gives his take.
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Texas court blocks Liverpool sale
Oct 14, 2010
The battling for control of English football's most successful soccer club -- Liverpool FC -- has taken an interesting twist. A Texas court has called time out on the deal after complaints by the current owners.
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