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St. Louis football fans concerned over stadium, not lockout
Jun 3, 2011
The St. Louis Rams' home stadium -- the Edward Jones Dome -- was ranked the worst stadium in the NFL. Now St. Louis residents are faced with a tough decision: pay for stadium renovations, or lose the beloved team.
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FIFA chairman re-elected but controversy persists
Jun 1, 2011
Sepp Blatter today was re-elected to lead the world soccer body, but allegations of bribery and corruption still tarnish FIFA's reputation.
Coca-Cola, Adidas express concerns over FIFA bribery allegations
May 31, 2011
Leaders of soccer's governing body have been accused of accepting bribes before deciding which countries should host the Soccer World Cup. That has big sponsors asking some tough questions.
Success on the court doesn't help 'Brand LeBron' outside the arena
by
Phil Latzman
May 27, 2011
LeBron James continues to build back his image -- and marketability -- after publicly dumping the Cleveland Cavaliers. But winning always helps.
2012 Olympic attendees vie for Bolt tickets
May 20, 2011
London's summer Olympics are more than a year away, but ticket requests are already flooding in to see Jamaican champion Usain Bolt. But with many tickets going automatically to sponsors, fans may not get to see the event.
How NBA salaries might or might not affect a team's record
May 20, 2011
ESPN writer Larry Coon explains the salary cap in the NBA, and how that could affect a team's winning record.
Los Angeles Dodgers may not meet payroll
May 4, 2011
One possible result: all Major League Baseball clubs will pay for Dodgers' players.
For public good, not for profit.
How baseball is reflecting the U.S. economy
Apr 21, 2011
Sports editor Dave Zirin talks about Major League Baseball's decision to take over the Los Angeles Dodgers, and how all of baseball has become a reflection of the downturn of the U.S. economy.
NBA team looks to cater to big business
by
Bob Moon
Apr 21, 2011
The Sacramento Kings aren't turning a profit, and its owners are looking towards moving the team south to appeal to a bigger Fortune 500 market.
MLB takes over Los Angeles Dodgers
by
Janet Babin
Apr 21, 2011
Major League Baseball has moved to seize control of the Dodgers from owner Frank McCourt -- a rare move that could have a high price.