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Potential CFL/XFL Merger Could Garner $100 million For Media Rights
The Toronto Sun reports that Daniel Cohen, a senior vice-president of global media rights consulting for Octagon, states that cornering both the top markets in the United States and Canada is a powerful bargaining chip for a television deal.

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After Losing Out On Big Ten Rights, ESPN Turns Focus to NCAA Championships
According to Front Office Sports, ESPN’s contract for 29 NCAA Championships ends in 2024.
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ESPN Announces The Return of Stephen A. Smith to First Take
ESPN announced Smith will be returning to First Take on Monday, August 15th.
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Field Yates Re-Ups With ESPN
After the departure of Matthew Berry to NBC, ESPN has locked down fantasy expert Field Yates with a new contract to remain in Bristol.