Ice Hockey
Washington Capitals’ inaugural Stanley Cup triumph leads to commercial uplift ‘across board’
“We are not interested in the discussion of integrity fees” | Keith Wachtel, NHL
Philadelphia Flyers ride the coattails of social media sensation Gritty – and promise he’ll never sell out
Kerry Bubolz | President, Vegas Golden Knights
NHL shakes up weekend schedule to increase European fanbase and revenue
Caesars Entertainment signs with Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils
US Digest | NBA strikes deal with MGM to provide data to gamblers
US Digest | Lakers reap immediate rewards of the LeBron effect
US Digest | Telemundo takes lead against Fox for World Cup viewers
US Digest | United bid wins 2026 World Cup vote by landslide
In this week's US sports industry round-up: United bid wins 2026 World Cup vote by landslide; NBCSN to simulcast Telemundo Russia 2018 matches; and New Jersey sports betting bill is given the green light.
US Digest | Delaware ushers in new sports betting era
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Delaware ushers in new sports betting era; United 2026 bid outscores 'high risk' Morocco; and the New York Yankees win scheduling battle with ESPN.
Pro Sports Leagues Make Successful Stock Pickers
Looking at historical data of the publicly-traded commercial partners of the US major leagues shows that investing in Official Corporate Partners is a sound long-term investment strategy.
US Digest | NBA Finals tickets are cheapest in four years
In this week's US sports industry round-up: NBA Finals tickets are cheapest in four years; FC Cincinnati to join MLS in 2019; and Twin Cities 'netted $370m from Super Bowl'
China Digest | LPGA confirms replacement for failed Alisports tournament
In this week's China sports industry round-up: LPGA confirms replacement for failed Alisports tournament; SAIC Motor strikes Chinese Super League deal; and Vivo lays out World Cup activations
US Digest | Tepper wins race to take over Carolina Panthers
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Tepper wins race to take over Carolina Panthers; Supreme Court rules in favour of sports betting; and NBA play-off ratings continue to soar.
Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena offers template for smart cities
District Detroit app not only links the home of the Red Wings and Pistons to a 50-block neighbourhood, it also offers an insight into how public spaces could be connected in future.
US Digest | MLB aims to establish long-term relationship with London
In this week's US sports industry round-up: MLB aims to establish long-term relationship with London; United 2026 offers financial and diplomatic assurances; and Manning considers joining Panthers ownership group
SportBusiness International May 2018
The Golden goose | How the Knights hit the jackpot in Vegas
In just half a season, the Golden Knights NHL expansion team has captured the imagination of the US sports world with its success on the ice and, just as importantly, shattered the long-standing myth that Las Vegas is not a viable market for a major sports team.
China Digest | AFC tenders commercial rights
In this week's China sports industry round-up: AFC tenders commercial rights; China sends record numbers to Winter Olympics; and Alibaba starts activating Olympic sponsorship