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Jalen Brunson launches brand advisory business with family
NBA champion Jalen Brunson of the New York Knicks is branching out. The star guard is launching Thirty Third Management Group, a family-run advisory firm that will handle his off-court business ventures while representing outside clients as well. His mother, Sandra, will serve as president, with prominent roles for his wife, Ali Marks, and sister, Erica, as well. The group plans to focus particularly on women's sports, Sandra Brunson told Bloomberg.
OK, so there's one more story we're following today at LinkedIn News: Jeff Bezos is part of a group that just bought a one-third stake in famed Premier League team Liverpool, but the part that really… | John Tomase
OK, so there's one more story we're following today at LinkedIn News: Jeff Bezos is part of a group that just bought a one-third stake in famed Premier League team Liverpool, but the part that really stands out is the option to buy a majority stake in the next year. First, it's worth noting that Bezos may be the headline name, but he's not technically leading the group — 1892 Holdings — making the deal.
There's nothing quite like the connection fans forge with their local broadcasters. Their voices fill your home, day after day, night after night. They're a connection to an idealized past and… | John Tomase
There's nothing quite like the connection fans forge with their local broadcasters. Their voices fill your home, day after day, night after night. They're a connection to an idealized past and maybe a hopeful present. The best in the business sound like they're talking directly to you, the only other person who could possibly love the team as much as they do. They embody their city as much as any politician.
It took the Boston Red Sox one afternoon to rebuke their entire approach to the last seven years. Since firing Dave Dombrowski in 2019 less than a year after winning the World Series, the Red Sox… | John Tomase
It took the Boston Red Sox one afternoon to rebuke their entire approach to the last seven years. Since firing Dave Dombrowski in 2019 less than a year after winning the World Series, the Red Sox have worshipped at the altar of prospects and patience. Responsible teams build from within, they said. Free agency and big-ticket players are for suckers, they said. Watch us do this right, from the ground up, and we'll reap the benefits.
Atlanta named best sports business city in America
Boston may be this century's Titletown, but when it comes to the business of sports, no city tops Atlanta. That's according to Sports Business Journal, which anointed Georgia's capital No. 1 in its fourth annual rankings this week. Corporate neighbors like Chick-fil-A, Coca-Cola and Delta support their teams. Falcons owner Arthur Blank founded Home Depot there in 1979 and has never left. The Braves built a ballpark that anchors a development called The Battery.
Lululemon fires back at founder as proxy war escalates
Lululemon took the fight with activist founder Chip Wilson to shareholders Monday, asserting in a letter he had "outdated" and "misguided" perspectives about running the company, reported CNBC. Wilson has been leading a proxy battle to remake the board of directors at next month's annual meeting, amid a downturn in the athleticwear brand's business.
New Swatch watch collabs fetching $5K on resale market
The Royal Pop pocket watches born from a collaboration between Swatch and Audemars Piguet aren't just a must-have, they're apparently a must-sell, Bloomberg reports. Buyers who braved long, chaotic lines over the weekend to buy the $400 timepieces are flipping them for nearly $6,000 on specialty resale platforms like Chrono24.
Record US energy exports could raise prices at home
The war in Iran has turned the United States into the world's largest energy exporter, but boom times for the oil and gas industry could soon translate to higher prices for American consumers, The Wall Street Journal reports. The country is draining its vast surpluses to meet global demand, but maxed-out refineries can't keep pace after the U.S. shipped a record 14.2 million barrels a day of energy products late last month.
Aaron Rai pulls off stunning upset at PGA Championship
Skip to main content Aaron Rai became the first Englishman to win the PGA Championship since 1919 on Sunday, outlasting a number of household names to claim his first major title. A tournament-record 22 golfers began the final round within four shots of the lead, including Masters champ Rory McIlroy, but Rai vanquished them with the signature putt of his career, a 68-foot birdie on No. 17. "Definitely wasn't trying to hole that putt," Rai said.
Earnings of the week: Pfizer, Airbnb, CoreWeave and more
Results from the biggest companies provide a snapshot of the larger economy and business environment. On LinkedIn, corporate leaders are breaking down their performance and outlooks. Below are notable announcements from Pfizer, Airbnb, Duolingo, CoreWeave and more from the week ending May 8, 2026.
Deals of the week: Shopify, Gilead, Harvey and more
Every week on LinkedIn, corporate leaders unveil mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and investments that reshape the industries around us. From Shopify making its merchants available within ChatGPT, to Gilead buying Ouro Medicines for $2.18 billion, to Harvey raising another $200 million to build legal tools with artificial intelligence, here are just a few of the notable deal announcements from the week ending March 27, 2026.
Earnings of the week: Home Depot, Salesforce and more
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TrumpRx launches in bid to lower some drug costs
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Pepsi to cut prices on snacks in nod to affordability
Pepsi plans to slash the cost of popular snacks like Doritos and Lay's by as much as 15% in response to consumer complaints over affordability, The Wall Street Journal reports. Prices have been rising since the Covid pandemic, with companies pushing the limits of shopper loyalty. "Consumers told us they need more value," Pepsi exec Rachel Ferdinando told the Journal.
Tom Brady pitches GLP-1s in new role with eMed
Tom Brady used his platform as a seven-time Super Bowl champion to advocate for health and well-being, and he's taking that passion to a new venture. Brady has been named the chief wellness officer at telehealth startup eMed, a company that once sold Covid tests but now helps businesses manage the cost of weight-loss drugs.
AI drives worst October layoffs in over 20 years
Skip to main content By one measure, the U.S. economy added more jobs than expected in October. But data from a major outplacement firm paints a bleaker picture. According to Challenger, Gray & Christmas, companies announced 153,074 job cuts last month. That's the most October layoffs since 2003 and nearly triple last year's number. Challenger cited the adoption of AI as a culprit, and also noted weakness in warehousing, with both consumers and businesses reducing spending.
Tech giants ink $40B data deal
Skip to main content A consortium including heavyweights Nvidia, BlackRock, xAI and LinkedIn-parent Microsoft announced Wednesday that they'll acquire Aligned Data Centers for $40 billion. Aligned's current owner labels it the largest deal to date for global data centers. The agreement, which also includes multiple international investors, accelerates the race for data centers that power not only artificial intelligence, but possibly the broader economy.
EA goes private in $55B megadeal
Skip to main content John Tomase John Tomase Writer, editor, somehow won an Emmy Published Sep 29, 2025 Electronic Arts, the maker of smash video game franchises like Madden and The Sims, will be sold to a private consortium for $55 billion in the largest leveraged buyout on record. Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, Silver Lake, and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners will acquire the studio, with shareholders receiving $210 per share.
Dalio says US debt 'unsustainable' | LinkedIn
Skip to main content Billionaire hedge fund manager Ray Dalio believes runaway debt is threatening the global financial order, in part because current U.S. liabilities are "unsustainable." Speaking in Singapore on Friday, the founder of Bridgewater Associates characterized non-fiat currencies like crypto as more stable repositories of wealth, urging investors to diversify their portfolios to include 10% in gold.
The hot office trend: Leaving early ? " Burlington Gazette
By John Tomase, Editor at LinkedIn News August 26th, 2025 BURLINGTON, ON Working a 9-to-5 used to mean those exact hours, but the post-pandemic time clock has been scrambled. Prompt arrival is a must, The Wall Street Journal reports, yet when to punch out is flexible. It could be “productivity theater” to please an early-bird boss who tends not to notice when later tasks are performed at home.
Target names new CEO amid slump
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Crochet is a beast, and landing him is a major win for Red Sox
Rapid reaction to the Boston Red Sox acquiring All-Star left-hander Garrett Crochet in a blockbuster trade with the Chicago White Sox... Craig Breslow promised fans an ace, and he just delivered. Crochet is what our buddy Lou Merloni refers to as a "pig," because his stuff is so filthy.
Five free agents Red Sox will target with Juan Soto off the board
Five free agents Red Sox will target with Juan Soto off the board originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Juan Soto is gone, and in the end, the Red Sox weren't even close. Soto chose $765 million of Steve Cohen's money over whatever emotional arguments the Red Sox could muster to augment their own $700 million play (per MassLive's Sean McAdam). Crush them if you want, but also acknowledge this for what it was -- the richest owner in the sport deciding he wouldn't be denied.
20 Under 25: Time for talented Red Sox prospects to make an impact
20 Under 25: Time for talented Red Sox prospects to make an impact originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Editor's Note: NBC Sports Boston has launched its annual "20 Under 25" series in which fans can vote on the 20 best male professional athletes in Boston under age 25. Voting is open until Dec. 16. The Red Sox portion of recent 20 Under 25 lists has mostly represented the realm of the hypothetical. But the future is about to become real.
If Juan Soto lands in Boston, he may have Mookie Betts to thank
If Juan Soto lands in Boston, he may have Mookie Betts to thank originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Of all the arguments against the Red Sox signing Juan Soto, this one confounds me: "They wouldn't pay Mookie, but now we're supposed to believe they're gonna pay Soto?" Umm, yes. That's exactly what you're supposed to believe.
The one surefire way Red Sox can win Juan Soto sweepstakes
The one surefire way Red Sox can win Juan Soto sweepstakes originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Rarely has there been a more straightforward free agency case than Juan Soto. The Red Sox can highlight David Ortiz, extol the history of Fenway Park, and trace Soto's hitting lineage back to Ted Williams himself, but let's be real. He's signing with whoever pays him the most money. This creates a legitimate opportunity for the Red Sox, as long as they don't get lost in the weeds.
Así podría lucir la alineación de los Red Sox con Juan Soto
Puedes ver al artículo original en inglés en NBC Sports Boston. No usamos el término "talento generacional" a la ligera, pero Juan Soto ciertamente califica. VÉALO GRATIS A CUALQUIER HORA Con apenas 26 años, Soto ya posee un título de bateo y un anillo de la Serie Mundial, y acaba de completar la mejor temporada de su carrera con los Yankees.
Here's what a Red Sox lineup might look like with Juan Soto in it
Here's what a Red Sox lineup might look like with Juan Soto in it originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston We don't use the term "generational talent" loosely, but Juan Soto certainly qualifies. Still only 26 years old, Soto already owns a batting title and World Series ring, and he just completed the best season of his career with the Yankees.
Soto, Snell, Kikuchi, and early thoughts on MLB free agency
Soto, Snell, Kikuchi, and early thoughts on MLB free agency originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Rapid reaction to an aggressive start to baseball free agency... Juan Soto is going to dominate the headlines until he signs, which many expect to happen around the MLB Winter Meetings from Dec. 8-11. The Red Sox are among five clubs reportedly in the running for his services alongside the Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, and Blue Jays.
Moving Rafael Devers off third base could unlock Red Sox offseason
Moving Rafael Devers off third base could unlock Red Sox offseason originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Might Rafael Devers move off of third base? Craig Breslow could've dismissed the question by now, but he has answered carefully and consistently all fall. "We have not had those conversations," Breslow said in September.
Kennedy provides strongest evidence yet that Red Sox intend to spend
Kennedy provides strongest evidence yet that Red Sox intend to spend originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston When Red Sox chairman Tom Werner infamously declared a "full-throttle" approach to last offseason, he was a man on an island. No one backed him up, and Werner eventually backed down. It was an outlier proclamation ahead of a dreary, lifeless offseason. This winter has at least rhetorically been very different.
From Nick Pivetta to Bryan Mata, evaluating a busy day for Red Sox
From Nick Pivetta to Bryan Mata, evaluating a busy day for Red Sox originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston Making sense of a flurry of Red Sox moves over the last 24 hours... First, serious props to chief baseball officer Craig Breslow for correctly reading Nick Pivetta's market.
Why Red Sox signing Blake Snell in MLB free agency wouldn’t be wise Original
The Red Sox need to upgrade their rotation, but Blake Snell isn't the way to do it. The two-time Cy Young Award winner looks good on paper. It's right there in the description: two-time Cy Young Award winner. But if ever there's a time for John Henry to heed his old fear about signing pitchers in their 30s to huge deals, it's Snell.
Juan Soto, Red Sox conduct ‘productive’ three-hour meeting: Report Original
The Red Sox reportedly met with free agent outfielder Juan Soto for three hours in California on Thursday, with a source telling MassLive's Sean McAdam that the get-together was "productive." According to McAdam, the Red Sox highlighted the club's long history of stars from Soto's native Dominican Republic -- a group that includes Pedro Martinez, Manny Ramirez, and Soto's close friend, David Ortiz.
Scott Boras shares Alex Bregman nugget that could lead star to Boston Original
Now here's a piece of news that may have slipped under the radar, but could have ramifications for the Red Sox: Free agent Alex Bregman is willing to move to second base. As the Red Sox try to get more right-handed this winter, Bregman looks like an obvious fit – with one major exception. Because he plays the same position as Rafael Devers, slotting him onto the roster at his natural spot of third base won't be easy.
Why Red Sox meeting with Juan Soto is a good sign for MLB offseason Original
So far, it's safe to say the rumors linking Juan Soto to the Red Sox are coming from Soto's camp. Agent Scott Boras knows how to drive interest in his clients, and having the Red Sox in the mix has never hurt business, although it doesn't mean as much as it once did. Maybe it will again down the road. For now, the fact that the two sides will reportedly meet this week in California presents the clearest evidence yet that the Red Sox intend to act this winter.
Roki Sasaki is a long shot for Red Sox, even if they spend in MLB free agency Original
This is what happens when you neglect your big league roster for five years: a potential superstar like Roki Sasaki hits the market, and you're not a viable destination. Normally, we'd be diving into scouting reports on the ace Japanese right-hander, who will be coming to America at the age of 23, and for no money, since he'll arrive via the posting system.
Tomase: Why Garrett Crochet makes sense as a Red Sox trade target Original
The Red Sox need an ace, and owner John Henry has never loved spending on 30-year-old starters. That makes rising White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet an obvious trade target, and it turns out there's some fire with that smoke. According to Sean McAdam of MassLive, a source with knowledge of Chicago's discussions believes the Red Sox "are right in the thick of things"Ā to acquire the young All-Star. Crochet is the kind of arm modern front offices crave.
Red Sox free agent targets: Three players who fill needs and fit budget Original
When it comes to predicting free agent contracts, few are better than Tim Britton of The Athletic. Using historical comps and analyzing WAR totals, Britton provides a solid framework for what a particular player might expect on the open market. Reading through Britton's predictions for the class of 2025, it seems unlikely the Red Sox will seriously explore deals for Juan Soto (13 years, $611 million) or Corbin Burnes (seven years, $217 million).
Why did Red Sox give Nick Pivetta a qualifying offer? Here’s an explainer Original
Nick Pivetta is a pitcher who invariably looks better under the hood than on the open road. That's not to say he's bad, because there's value in 150 innings of league-average ERA. But it is to say that Pivetta's production alone did not justify the $21.05 million qualifying offer the Red Sox surprisingly extended to him Monday at the MLB GM Meetings in San Antonio.
Tomase: Abreu joins impressive Sox company with first Gold Glove Original
From the moment Wilyer Abreu set foot in Fenway Park's quirky right field, he looked right at home. He had the arm to challenge any runner, the range to cover that great expanse of green, and perhaps most importantly, the fearlessness to attack every ball, whether a fence impeded his path or not. On Sunday, he earned a Gold Glove, becoming the first Red Sox rookie since Fred Lynn in 1975 to claim the award.
Tomase's Red Sox offseason to-do list: Juan Soto, Juan Soto, Juan Soto... Original
Everyone knows what the Red Sox need, because they've been saying it for months: an ace atop the rotation, a right-handed bat to balance the lineup, and a middle infielder who can catch the ball. With all due respect to conventional wisdom, bleep that. They need a superstar. And there's one player out there who checks exactly zero of the aforementioned boxes, but should be their overwhelming priority, anyway: Juan Soto. You want to win your fans back, forget about half measures.
Payton Pritchard, Aaron Nesmith are the latest Danny Ainge draft success stories Original
By the end of his tenure, when things were kind of falling apart and change loomed, a narrative took hold about Danny Ainge's drafts: Yeah, he nailed Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum, but he kept too many picks, with too little to show for them. There's a fair criticism buried in there, because Ainge could've been more aggressive dealing from his surplus in order to bolster a championship nucleus.
Tomase: As World Series stars shine, Red Sox should take note Original
Superstars don't just win World Series titles. They make October unforgettable. The Red Sox used to know this better than anybody. The four World Series they've won over the last 20 years owe in part to the brilliant management of Theo Epstein, Ben Cherington, and Dave Dombrowski, who had a knack for finding just the right pieces to put the team over the top. But let's not pretend those teams were built on the margins.
Tomase: I asked an AI chatbot for baseball trivia; it did not go well Original
Artificial intelligence is everywhere. Two of this year's Nobel Prizes, in physics and chemistry, went to AI-driven discoveries. It's in commercials, it's intruding on our apps, it's writing essays for lazy kids -- it's probably harvesting every word of this column for digital compost. AI renders its judgments with a distressing combination of confidence and inaccuracy, which is truly a sign of the times, if not the apocalypse.
Wilyer Abreu deserves Gold Glove over Juan Soto, whose nomination is baffling Original
MLB's Gold Glove finalists were announced Tuesday, and two Red Sox made the cut: center fielder Jarren Duran and right fielder Wilyer Abreu. Duran will probably lose to Toronto's Daulton Varsho, a fearless missile who led the league in defensive runs saved (plus-29). It's enough that Duran was nominated given his early-career struggles, but it's also true that he's probably only the second-best center fielder on his own team.
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