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SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about ratings for Super Bowl XLII, his take on ads for the big game, the future of endorsements for Eli Manning,good news for Michael Vick, Arthur Blank's comments on a season he'd rather forget, and Mark Cuban's latest comments.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his take on consumer protection groups keeping an eye on Sunday's ads, how much money might be bet on Sunday, advertising dollars Fox will generate during the game, Sports Illustrated looking at an interesting Tiger Woods cover, NCAA athletes as unpaid professionals, and finally an interesting sponsorship note from the 2012 London Olympics.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his two cents on Fox's plans for the big game, Tuesday's media day, the Super Bowl as a recession-proof event, Eli Manning emerging as a marketing darling, the Giants looking to sell the naming rights for their new stadium, and the NFL's decision to endorse the secondary ticket marketplace.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom touches on an innovative method for finding Super bowl Tickets, price gouging with some of Phoenix's hotels, Dwyane Wade at the Super Bowl, an edge for sports teams grabbing media headlines, economics for the Tampa Rays, Baseball in the Sunshine State, and finally a look at weekend overnight ratings.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the impact the secondary ticket marketplace is having on this year's Super Bowl, KFC's ambush marketing, troubling labor issues in the NFL,
The NHL holding their annual All-Star weekend in Atlanta, questions surrounding the NHL in Europe, and protests at ESPN's headquarters.
The NHL holding their annual All-Star weekend in Atlanta, questions surrounding the NHL in Europe, and protests at ESPN's headquarters.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom touches on the testimonies of Mitchell, Fehr and Selig, a potential probe into whether Miguel Tejada committed perjury when he denied using illegal steroids in 2005, the money pit the 2012 London Olympics appears destined to become, and a better way to figure out which cities would host the Olympic Games.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his two cents on today's Don and Bud show, the Rocket potentially pleading the fifth, the NBA heading to China, some 'scandalous' news about SuperBowl XLII advertising, and ratings from the Cowboys and Colts games.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the postponing of the Congressional hearing looking into the Mitchell report, comments from Chuck Knoblauch, the Cincinatti Reds' pre-season caravan, the impact the Chargers upset of the Colts will have on CBS ratings and the secondary ticket market, and potential ratings for Superbowl XLII.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives a quick update on breaking news in the NHL surrounding the Leafs and the Wild.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses a potential final four style playoff for college football, NFL ratings, the Rocket's press conference, what's next for Clemens and McNamee, Clemens' strategy and its impact on the Mitchell Report, and also MLB's intention to introduce recommendations from the Mitchell Report.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom sounds off on all of the issues surrounding the allegations facing the Rocket Roger Clemens and his appearance on 60 Minutes with Mike Wallace.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about freedom of speech (or lack thereof) at Madison Square Garden, 5 Falcons fined for displaying Pro- Michael Vick messages, Ticketmaster locking up a deal with the NFL, sponsorship programs for the 2008 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series entry can now be purchased online on eBay, the NHL in Europe, a Mitchell Report update and what Madonna and A-Rod have in common.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom addresses all questions pertaining to the Mitchell Report including: the response from players around the league, if Clemens has any grounds to sue, Bud Selig's handling of the report, the effect the report may have on some players' hall of fame chances, and A-Rod on 60 Minutes.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom answers questions about the suspensions of Jose Guillen and Jay Gibbons, any potential impact on Guillen's newly signed contract with the Royals, the initial proceedings in the case now entitled USA v. Barry Bonds, an update on the secondary ticket market for the NFL, Massachusetts Senator John Kerry giving his two cents on the NFL Network and more.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about a resolution passed by the Baseball Writers' Association of America, Larry Whiteside's election as the 2007 winner of the J.G. Spink Award, NFL ratings for ESPN and the NFL network, does the NFL really want the Patriots to win? and a blockbuster trade in the MLB- what it means for the Marlins.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom weighs in on the newest inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Marvin Miller's reaction to the news, tragic news from the octagon with the death of UFC's Sam Vasquez, the potential impact of his death on the business of MMA, an interesting encounter between job security and the 2008 Beijing Games, a new opportunity for former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, and finally our weekly look at the weekend ratings.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses the Baseball Winter Meetings including enshrinement into the Baseball Hall of Fame and gives his own pick for enshrinement, the future of the ACC title game in Jacksonville, and lastly the role the media played in this soap opera of LSU football coach Les Miles.
SBN Publisher sounds off on Arte Moreno's comments that the names in the Mitchell Report will have people mad, USC is threatening to move its home games to Pasadena's Rose Bowl, news on the Donald and his plans to build a $2.1 billion golf resort in Scotland, and Ron Shelton, the director of "Bull Durham," and "Tin Cup" working on The Game of Shadows film for HBO storying BALCO and Barry Bonds.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the secondary ticket market at Fenway Park, the economic impact of the Davis Cup final, News from Gary Bettman that the NHL may pass on sending players to the 2014 Winter Olympics, the biggest NFL game of the year, The Tampa Bay Rays' plans for their proposed stadium, and the importance of a new stadium to the future of MLB in Tampa.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses the life and times of the late Sean Taylor, what the sports industry can learn from his tragic death, how the NFL might respond, T-Mobile dropping out of the sponsorship picture for cycling, the sale of the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the Red Sox losing a key member of their front office to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom delivers his views on the Mitchell Report including its origins and who may be named, the late Joe Kennedy and fans already drawing links between his death and performance-enhancing drugs, Bernie Parrish and Gene Upshaw still not the best of friends, Red Sox shares for the 2007 World Series, Chicago Bears kick return specialist Devin Hester enjoying off-field endorsement opportunities, and finally a look at the overnight weekend sports ratings.
Howard Bloom's November 26, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with SBN’s Kirby Barber SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses a big week to come for MLB with the release of the Mitchell Report, the final pieces of A-Rod's massive contract, CFL Commissioner Mark Cohan's state of the league press conference, and marketing notes from FIFA.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his two cents on the odd couple Dick Pound and Victor Conte, Greg Anderson's refusal to testify, Comcast's cease-and-desist letter to the NFL Network, Senator Codey's displeasure with the "drunk and disgusting" behaviour by unruly Jets fans, Grey Cup advertisements and prosecutors concerned with Michael Vick's financial situation.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about Michael Vick donning an orange jumpsuit instead of a football jersey, SuperBowl XLII's new mascot, Coors Field as the World Series Champion according to Nielsen, NBC looking at MMA and the UFC, the Canadian Olympic Committee Unveils New Athlete Excellence Fund, and the MVP clause in A-Rod's old contract.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses the responsibilites of today's athlete, CEO Brian France saying that Nascar isn't for sale, the Patriots and Bills potentially bringing the NFL to Toronto next season, the state of MLS, Warren Buffett's role in A-Rod reopening talks with the Yankees, and Kenny Rogers tying the can to Agent Scott Boras.
Howard Bloom's November 16, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with SBN’s Kirby Barber SBN Publisher Howard Bloom sounds off on breaking baseball stories including: A federal grand jury in San Francisco indicting Barry Bonds on multiple charges perjury and obstruction of justice, a report saying that A-Rod & the Yankees have agreed on an outline of roughly $280 million over 10 years, 2007's revenues being the best ever for baseball and rising ticket prices at Fenway Park.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his take on a new stadium for the Rays in Tampa, the DHL set to join ranks of Olympics sponsor elite, The World Anti-doping Agency meeting this week, minor league hockey players capitalizing on the surging Canadian dollar, and comedian Drew Carrey buying into the new MLS franchise in Seattle.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about this year's MLB free agent crop, the possibility of A-Rod joining Joe Torre in LA, Center DeVon Hardin putting off the NBA to play one more college season at California with the Golden Bears, a new partnership between the NFL and Expedia.com, Gary Bettman's new radio show, and Toronto FC selling out its 2008 season tickets.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom touches on the A-Rod saga, the Yankees' chances of resigning Mariano Rivera and Jorge Posada, Scott Boras potentially overplaying his hand, the NBA's injury exception rule, Nashville's offer to buy the Preds, the NFL's helmet-to-helmet hit rule, and the NFLPA's appeal of commissioner Roger Goodell's decision not to reduce the season-long suspension of Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the where the Seattle SuperSonics might be headed, A-Rod’s alleged demands of the Yankees, the New York papers’ treatment of Agent Scott Boras, a follow-up on the Fenway Sports Group, and tough times for Eagles’ Coach Andy Reid.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom compares the the Fenway Sports Group and Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, talks about Sunday as a big opportunity for CBS Sports, his take on New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, an interesting season ticket guarantee from the Arena Football League’s Arizona Rattlers, and Martina Hingis suddenly retiring from tennis.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom gives his take on three big franchise issues the NBA is facing at the start of the season, ad inventory for Super Bowl XLII, the NFL Network's focus on the Patriots/Colts matchup, the lawsuit against New Orleans Saint Reggie Bush, and high demand for tickets to the Bejing Olympics.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses the start of the NBA season, sponsor exposure during the NFL game in London, Rick Tocchet's meeting with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, Brazil as a host nation of the 2014 World Cup, the potential for Rio De Janeiro hosting the 2016 Summer Olympics, and the awarding of the 2018 World Cup.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom sounds off on Bud Selig’s presence (or lack thereof) during the Fall Classic, Scott Boras being up to his old tricks again in upstaging Sunday’s game, MLB’s reaction to the Boras/A-Rod drama, disappointing ratings for the World Series and an update on Taco Bell’s investment.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom weighs in on the Yankees’ contract talks with A-Rod, potential retroactive suspensions of MLB steroid users, The New Jersey Devils’ investment in a crime-ridden community, the sad state of the Boston Bruins’ season ticket base and its impact on their attendance figures.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses NFL football in England, the NFL on a global scale, the Chargers and Texans playing on despite the fires in California, and the Chargers’ stadium situation.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom discusses all things baseball including: TV ratings for the World Series, The impact on both large and small markets, The LA Times report on HGH in the MLB, Big League exposure for Taco Bell and more drama in the Big Apple.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom and Assistant SBN Producer Kirby Barber talk about their exclusive play-by-play coverage of the 2007-2008, 5-time defending National Champion Carleton University Ravens Basketball on the Ravens Radio Network, CKCU 93.1 FM. Listen to Howard and Kirby call the action throughout the year on 93.1 on your FM dial or @ http://www.ckcufm.com
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SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the possibility and impact of an NFL franchise in Canada, as well as the state of various NFL franchises.
Howard Bloom's October 11, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with SBN’s Kirby Barber
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about everything Yankees including Joe Torre and Alex Rodriguez's future with the Evil Empire.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about MLB playoff baseball TV ratings; yet another bad day for Michael Vick; The United Football League’s marketing plan; trouble for Reggie Bush, and NFL Monday Night ratings.
Howard Bloom's September 17, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Associate SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about his reaction to NFL commissoner Roger Goodell's so called discipline decision for the New England Patriots, Bill Bellichick and what he has meant to the Patriots bottom line, the sale of Barry Bonds homerun ball number 756, the Portland Trailblazers and overall number one draft pick Greg Oden out for the year and its impact on a teams' season ticket sales and being on network television this year.
Howard Bloom's September 12, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the New England Patriots and what "tactics" they used to win Sunday in their season opener against the New York Jets, the top NFL tailgating cities, the Women's World Cup of soccer, and the cost to taxpayers for the new Giants/Jets stadium.
Howard Bloom's September 11, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the overnight ratings the NFL did Sunday, the U.S. Open ratings for the men's and women's finals, Oakland Raiders reaching an agreement with first overall pick JaMarcus Russell, the sexual harassment suit against New York Knicks coach Isiah Thomas, and the coverage for the World Rugby Cup nearly cut short by rules and regulations.
Howard Bloom's September 10, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the start of the 38th season of Monday Night Football, the evolution of MNF over the past three decades, and the switch from ABC to ESPN.
Howard Bloom's September 7, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the important issues Roger Goodell will face in his second year at the helm of the NFL, Fantasy football and its impact on work productivity, the Team Marketing Report's 2007 NFL ticket price report, and how the NFL deals with its 72 hour television blackout rule.
Howard Bloom's September 6, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the start of the 2007 NFL season, the marketing and business relating to the NFL, Roger Goodell's second year as NFL commissioner, multi-media campaigns around the start of the NFL season, and how the networks doing with ad sales for their NFL packages this season.
Howard Bloom's September 5, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about news relating to the Giants/Jets stadium being built, the Big Ten Network, weekend overnight ratings, Chicago's bid for the 2016 Olympics, and professional Women's soccer.
Howard Bloom's August 28, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about Michael Vick and his guilty plea, his statement made, the Atlanta Falcons wanting Vick to return $22 million to the $44.5 million he was paid, reaction from Falcons owner Arthur Blank, the media's reaction and influence, and Michael Vick's future with the Naitonal Football League.
SBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the person who caught Barry Bonds 756th career home run ball and the value of the ball, Adam Pacman Jones potentially stepping into the squared circle for TNA wrestling, the latest salaries and bonuses from NFL first round picks, the new interest in owning a NHL franchise, and a look at some minor league baseball promotions.
Howard Bloom's August 9, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about Barry Bonds hitting homerun 756, the absence of Bud Selig for the historic homerun, Hank Aaron and how he congratulated Barry Bonds for passing his record of 755, the Beijing Olympics and how much it will cost, the marketing dollars behind the 2008 Olympic Games, the issue of human rights in Beijing, and the politics of the Games.
Howard Bloom's August 6, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about Barry Bonds hitting homerun 755 in San Diego, ESPN coverage of the game, Bud Selig's reactions to the homerun, the media reaction to Barry Bonds tying Hank Aaron at 755, Bud Selig's accountability in the Bonds saga, and Barry Bonds' legacy to the game of baseball.
Howard Bloom's August 2, 2007 "The Truth: if you can STAND IT!" segment with Assistant SBN Publisher Jason IlacquaSBN Publisher Howard Bloom talks about the NHL's return to ESPN, the Nashville Predators being sold to a local interests, Jim Basillie's chances of ever owning an NHL franchise, David Beckam not making his long awaited MLS debut in Toronto and its impact on the MLS, and the planning Super Bowl XLII parties in Phoneix.