I recently had the opportunity to interview David Rumsey, a veteran newsletter writer at Front Office Sports. In doing so, I was fortunate enough to learn more about what it means to cover the business side of sports and entertainment, which as it turns out, frequently overlaps with sports law. Our conversation mainly covered David’s... Continue Reading →
In light of the high-profile scandal involving Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanual Clase and Luis Ortiz, who were charged with manipulating their performance to take advantage of betting lines, the MLB is implementing preventative measures in the form of betting caps.[1] These caps, which seek to prevent situations like this from happening again, cap bets related... Continue Reading →
As sports betting continues to grow, the NFL once again faces a challenge in trying to balance financial interests and the integrity of competition. This new challenge comes as the NFL is allowing team owners to hold minority stakes in major sportsbooks. Specifically, the policy allows owners to hold up to five percent of a... Continue Reading →
The start of the 2025-2026 NBA season has gotten off to a crazy start, but not necessarily because of any block-buster performances or legendary games. While we’ve seen stars like Victor Wembanyama and Steph Curry hit the ground running, the real eye catcher to the start of the season has been the large betting scandal... Continue Reading →
As a die-hard Yankees fan, it pains me to admit it, but the Los Angeles Dodgers are simply incredible. From having a star-studded lineup to now advancing to their second straight World Series after sweeping the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, one can’t help but admire their recent dominance.[1] However, the Dodgers’ recent successes have... Continue Reading →
If you have been following the 2025 MLB season, you’re likely aware of the Toronto Blue Jays’ dominant season and now late postseason push. They just took down the powerhouse New York Yankees in dominant fashion, winning the series in a convincing 3 games to 1 manner.[1] In fact, the Bluejays looked so good (especially... Continue Reading →
With the Supreme Court back in session, the world is bracing itself in preparation for the Court hearing B.P.J. v. West Virginia State Board of Education. This case, which is one of the most significant sports law cases in recent years, concerns a challenge to West Virginia’s “Save Women’s Sports Act,” a 2021 law that... Continue Reading →
If you have been following the Eagles, you may have seen Jalen Carter rocking a large chain with a number “8” pendant attached to it following the Eagles’ dramatic 33-26 comeback win against the Rams this past Sunday. After admiring the bling, you might have thought to yourself, “why number 8?” given that Carter wears... Continue Reading →
For the first time, college athletes are finally able to profit through NIL deals, thus marking a new era of economic opportunity in college sports. And while this “gold rush” presents college athletes with immense opportunity, there is certainly a lack of clarity as to how athletes can be taxed, causing panic for athletes and... Continue Reading →
On the eve of the 2025-2026 NFL season, the NFL quietly reshaped the landscape of sports media by significantly relaxing the infamous “Brady Rules.” The Brady Rules were originally created after legendary quarterback, Tom Brady, hung up the cleats and pivoted towards a broadcasting career. Shortly after doing so, Brady secured a minority ownership stake... Continue Reading →