Eric Chemi
New York
@CNBC TV Reporter.
Articles by Eric Chemi
Sports trading cards see a resurgence during the pandemic
Sports trading cards see a resurgence during the pandemic The pandemic, the increase in retail traders and the hunt for diversified assets in alternative areas like Bitcoin has led to a huge spike in trading cards. Basketball, baseball, football, and soccer cards are seeing multi-million dollar sales, triple digit percentage increases, and thousands of people flipping, investing, and creating portfolios of cards. CNBC's Eric Chemi reports.
Investors scoop up gold coins in record numbers Original
Investors and collectors are purchasing gold coins in record numbers during the pandemic. CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the surge and what's causing it.
Coronavirus cases in sports are going up, spurring cancellations
Coronavirus cases in sports are going up, spurring cancellations As coronavirus cases jump across the U.S., more and more college and professional games are being canceled. CNBC's Eric Chemi reports.
Big 10 kicks off football season amid pandemic
CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the Big 10 football season kicking off on Friday night.
Sweet 16 a slam dunk for advertisers
This year, the NCAA men's basketball tournament is expected to bring in more than $1.1 billion in commercial spending for broadcasters CBS and Turner. If last year is any indication, more than 10 companies—like Coca-Cola and Unilever—could end up spending more than $25 million each on ads.
Here's how sports teams are reinventing tailgating as coronavirus keeps fans out of the stands
Renderings showing the potential future of sports stadiums and arenas. Source: Populous Coronavirus has forced sports teams to rethink the way they do business once it comes time for fans to return. The Milwaukee Bucks are one of several sports teams preparing for the possibility of the unknown when it comes to welcoming fans back next season. As concerns about another fall or winter spike intensify, NBA commissioner Adam Silver said that the NBA likely won't return until 2021.
Athletes becoming more political this election year
Athletes becoming more political this election year CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on how professional athletes are engaging politically to sign up voters ahead of the November 4 election. 01:10 Wed, Sep 23 20201:57 PM EDT
Miami Marlins games postponed through Sunday as more players, staff test positive for Covid-19
Miami Marlins games postponed through Sunday as more players, staff test positive for Covid-19 CNBC's Eric Chemi reports that MLB team Miami Marlins will postpone its games for the rest of week after at least seven players have tested positive for Covid-19.
MLB cancels two games due to Covid-19 outbreak-Here's what it could mean for the rest of society
MLB cancels two games due to Covid-19 outbreak—Here's what it could mean for the rest of society CNBC's Eric Chemi, Diana Olick, Julia Boorstin join 'Power Lunch' to discuss the state of sports after the MLB has canceled two games due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
Sports betting sites saw weekend surge with return of Major League Baseball
Sports betting sites saw weekend surge with return of Major League Baseball CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the surge in sports betting from over the weekend.
Here are some of the tech-savvy changes coming to baseball during Covid-19 Original
Here are some of the tech-savvy changes coming to baseball during Covid-19 CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the changes Major League Baseball is making to keep players safe and audiences entertained at home.
Pro sports face setbacks as they prepare to return
Pro sports face setbacks as they prepare to return CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the difficulty many top sports leagues are dealing with as they try to restart since the coronavirus pandemic shutdown.
NBA approves league to restart in Orlando at Disney facilities
CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the NBA's plan to reopen in Orlando, Florida, and the criticism New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has drawn from his comments over the protests this past weekend.
NBA votes tomorrow to approve Orlando restart
CNBC's Eric Chemi breaks down how the NBA and other professional sports leagues are planning returns amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Most March Madness brackets already busted
The Madness in March has officially begun. Two 14-seeds, UAB and Georgia State, have already won their games early on the Thursday schedule. According to ESPN, 99.3 percent of brackets in its 11.57-million bracket competition are already busted. Georgia State in particular was a massive surprise. According to one win probability calculator, 3-seed Baylor had a 99.9 percent chance of winning the game, considering its double digit lead with under two minutes to play.
Worker monitoring tools see surging growth as companies adjust to stay-at-home orders
As remote work has become the new reality for millions of people around the world, a growing number of companies are looking for ways to track employee efficiency. Recent shelter-in-place orders have allowed workers in nearly every industry to do things at home they never thought possible, from live TV production to trading multi-asset class hedge fund portfolios.
Here's how the NFL is hosting the draft
Here's how the NFL is hosting the draft CNBC's Eric Chemi reports how the NFL is handling the draft for the first time digitally.
Why coronavirus-related sports cancellations are 'unprecedented'
Patrick Rishe, director of the sports business program at Washington University in St Louis, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting the sports industry.
Sports executives expect to work with partners over long-term to make up losses from coronavirus cancellations
Sports executives expect to work with partners over long-term to make up losses from coronavirus cancellations The sports world now at a near standstill with more seasons being suspended, delayed or just cancelled. CNBC's Eric Chemi reports.
MLB to delay opening day 2020 by at least two weeks
MLB to delay opening day 2020 by at least two weeks CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on Major League Baseball's decision to delay the start of the season amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus impacts NBA, NHL as most revenue comes from postseason: Expert
Coronavirus impacts NBA, NHL as most revenue comes from postseason: Expert CNBC's Kelly Evans talks with sports business reporter Eric Chemi and George Pyne of Bruin Sports Capital about how the sports industry will be impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
NBA season suspension could be a shock to advertising sector, says Lightshed's Greenfield
NBA season suspension could be a shock to advertising sector, says Lightshed's Greenfield The NBA announced it is suspending its season indefinitely after a Utah Jazz player tested positive for coronavirus. Richard Greenfield, media analyst at Lightshed Partners, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss how advertising could be affected as a result.
Golden State Warriors to play game in empty arena
CNBC's Eric Chemi reports that the Golden State Warriors will play a game without fans in an empty arena.
Walmart deploys coronavirus emergency leave policy
CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on Walmart implementing a coronavirus emergency leave policy for employees after a worker in Kentucky tested positive.
Here's how the coronavirus has impacted US sports
Here's how the coronavirus has impacted US sports CNBC's Eric Chemi joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the impact of the coronavirus on sports.
Experts warn about the reliability of thermometers
Experts warn about the reliability of thermometers CNBC's Eric Chemi reports on the reliability and availability of thermometers amid the coronavirus outbreak.
NBA highlights brought to you by AI
NBA highlights brought to you by AI Highlights from NBA All-Star weekend are being generated by machine learning. CNBC's Eric Chemi reports.
Gronk and the business of partying
Gronk and the business of partying Former Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski is back at the big game only this year he's hosting Miami's biggest party, Gronk Beach
49ers President on the Business of the Super Bowl
49ers President on the Business of the Super Bowl 49ers President Al Guido talks with Eric Chemi about the business impact of reaching the Super Bowl. 05:25 Wed, Jan 29 202011:31 PM EST
Mets manager Carlos Beltran out after Astros scandal: Reports
The Mets newly-hired manager Carlos Beltran is out of a job following the Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal.
MLB suspends Houston Astros executives for 2020 season after cheating investigation
MLB suspends Houston Astros executives for 2020 season after cheating investigation Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert Manfred issued "significant discipline" to the Houston Astros and team executives Monday, saying that the team violated league rules by using technology to steal signs during the 2017 playoffs and 2018 season. The Astros, which won the World Series in 2017, will forfeit its first- and second-round draft selections for the next two seasons, the MLB said in a statement.
Major League Baseball makes record salary signings
MLB is shattering some baseball records deals. CNBC's Eric Chemi joins 'The Exchange' to discuss.
NCAA to allow athlete compensation for names and images
NCAA to allow athlete compensation for names and images CNBC's Eric Chemi reports that the NCAA will allow college athletes to be compensated for use of their image and names on products by external sources.
NBA commissioner says league will 'double down' on engaging with China
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Lacrosse star Paul Rabil says only one pro league will survive
After 11 seasons playing professionally for Major League Lacrosse, Paul Rabil said he thought there was a better way forward. Lacrosse has become one of the fastest-growing team sports over the last 15 years, at a time when other sports are declining in participation. Rabil, one of the biggest stars in lacrosse, was inspired to take action with his brother, Mike, a former football star at Dartmouth College, to create the Premier Lacrosse League. Mike now serves as the league's CEO.
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