Despite Dodgers' spending spree, there will never be a salary cap in MLB

Ravens unlock ground attack, cap drive with Derrick Henry TD

Baltimore ran on six of seven plays during the third-quarter scoring drive against the Bills.

ESPN - Jan. 19

Dodgers land closer Scott for $72M, sources say

Closer Tanner Scott and the Dodgers are in agreement on a four-year, $72 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Sunday.

ESPN - Jan. 19

MLB investigation reportedly found no evidence of Roki Sasaki-Dodgers handshake deal before he was posted

There have been whispers Sasaki already had a deal with the Dodgers before getting posted.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 18

Roki Sasaki joins Dodgers: MLB investigation finds no evidence of improper agreement, per report

Sasaki announced he was joining the Dodgers on Friday, reigniting conspiracy theories

CBS Sports - Jan. 18

With Roki Sasaki, the Dodgers Further Separate Themselves

The defending World Series champs just added the favorite to win the N.L. Rookie of the Year award and one of the best pitchers in the world.

The New York Times - Jan. 18

Japanese star Sasaki says he's joining Dodgers

Roki Sasaki, the prized Japanese pitching prospect who has had scouts drooling over his potential since high school, has chosen the Los Angeles Dodgers as his major league team, he announced on ...

ESPN - Jan. 18

UK considers higher cap on foreign state ownership of British media

Labour may allow stakes of up to 10% to encourage passive investment from sovereign wealth and pension funds

Financial Times - Jan. 18

Dodgers flex Evil Empire might in signing Roki Sasaki and give rest of MLB reason to grumble — especially Jays, Padres

For Dodgers fans, it’s cause for celebration. For the rest of the league, it’s a disappointing conclusion and another reason to gripe and groan about the growing might of MLB’s new evil empire.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 18

Roki Sasaki contract: How MLB rules limit Japanese ace's Dodgers deal, and why he is worth much more

Sasaki is reportedly getting a $6.5 million signing bonus as he makes the jump to MLB

CBS Sports - Jan. 18

Dawn Staley's $25M extension is richest salary in women's college hoops history, South Carolina says

Coach Dawn Staley has received a contract extension that South Carolina said will make her the highest paid college women’s basketball coach of all-time at a total value of about $25 million

ABC News - Jan. 17

Small-cap crypto rallies ahead of Trump inauguration, bitcoin trades at $100,000

Cryptocurrencies jumped as investor appetite shifted to smaller, higher risk coins ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.

CNBC - Jan. 16

These five Republicans are ready to derail Trump's tax cuts over the SALT cap

President-elect Donald Trump's signature tax cut bill could hinge on a House Republican fight over state and local tax deductions.

CNBC - Jan. 16

Scott Boras shames MLB teams for sitting out free agency: 'They're making more, but they're not spending'

Three of CBS Sports' top 10 free agents remain unsigned

CBS Sports - Jan. 16

Thames Water plans to hike bosses’ pay in response to bonus caps

UK’s debt-laden utility warns it will raise salaries if bonus restrictions are enforced by regulator Ofwat

Financial Times - Jan. 15

One-month cap on advance rent payments closer to becoming law

MPs vote for a cap on advanced rent payments in England as the Renters' Rights Bill edges closer to becoming law.

BBC News - Jan. 14

Sources: Dodgers, Pads, Jays are Sasaki finalists

The Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Toronto Blue Jays are finalists to sign Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday, the same day the New York Yankees were ...

ESPN - Jan. 14

Airlines turn to incoming government to resolve Ireland’s airport cap row

Industry hopes Dublin will resolve a long-running dispute caused by local planning restrictions

Financial Times - Jan. 14

MLB bans two fans who grabbed LA Dodgers' Betts

Two fans are banned from all Major League Baseball stadiums indefinitely after ripping the ball out of Los Angeles Dodgers fielder Mookie Betts' glove last year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

Biden's last chance to tackle tobacco: Capping nicotine levels in cigarettes

In its last few days of power, the Biden administration is expected to officially propose a limit on nicotine in cigarettes.

NBC News - Jan. 10

Price of resale tickets to be capped under plans to tackle touts

The government is suggesting a cap on the cost of resold tickets, potentially up to 30% on top of the original price.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Tony Meola & Keith Costigan chat MLS & Milan, Dax McCarty talks beating Lionel Messi & a manager firing spree!

Christian and Alexis bring on USMNT legend Tony Meola and Apple TV Keith Costigan to chat the state of MLS ahead of the 2025 season. Then, Christian and Alexis have 19 season MLS veteran Dax ...

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 10

Resold tickets prices set to be capped under UK tout crackdown

Ministers vow to stop resellers ‘fleecing the public’ after fan outcry over cost of Oasis concerts

Financial Times - Jan. 10

Blocked MLB prospects who could use a change of scenery as the Dodgers trade Diego Cartaya to the Twins

These prospects deserve playing time, they just can't seem to find it with their current teams

CBS Sports - Jan. 9

Self-made millionaire's advice to couple expecting to earn 4x more in the next 2 years after struggling with salary gap

Self-made millionaire Ramit Sethi followed up with one of the first couples he interviewed on his podcast two years ago to see how they're doing.

CNBC - Jan. 8

MLB rumors: Alex Verdugo draws interest from contenders despite down year, Red Sox eye relief help

Here are your hot stove rumors for Wednesday, Jan. 8

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Active mutual funds struggle to beat large-cap stock benchmarks — again

Professional stock pickers in the mutual-fund industry had a tough time in 2024 beating indexes that passively track U.S. large-cap equities, according to BofA Global Research.

MarketWatch - Jan. 8

MLB offseason grades so far: Mets, Dodgers, Red Sox get 'A,' Braves, Cardinals, more fail for inaction

The winter isn't over yet but time is running out for some teams to make a mark

CBS Sports - Jan. 7

Titans fire GM Ran Carthon after two seasons despite big spending spree

The Tennessee Titans fired general manager Ran Carthon after just two seasons on the job and a 9-25 record

ABC News - Jan. 7

Sources: A's keep spending with Rooker extension

Designated hitter Brent Rooker and the Athletics are in agreement on a five-year, $60 million contract extension, sources told ESPN, continuing a winter of uncharacteristic spending with a ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Reds acquire infielder Lux from champion Dodgers

The Cincinnati Reds acquired veteran infielder Gavin Lux, 27, from the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, the teams announced Monday night, in exchange for a competitive balance Round A ...

ESPN - Jan. 7

Conceição caps 1st week at Milan with Super Cup

Sergio Conceicao capped an incredible first week at AC Milan by lifting the Italian Super Cup on Monday, wrapping up a period which included two comeback wins, fighting a fever, picking up an ...

ESPN - Jan. 6

Reds land infielder Gavin Lux in deal with Dodgers

Gavin Lux is fresh off a World Series run with the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Arteta: 'Never seen' decision like Brighton penalty

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he has "never seen" a decision like the penalty awarded to Brighton in his team's 1-1 draw at the Amex Stadium on Saturday.

ESPN - Jan. 5

MLB rumors: Dodgers won't rush to trade after Hyeseong Kim signing, Justin Verlander market heating up

Here are the latest news and rumors for Major League Baseball's hot stove

CBS Sports - Jan. 4

Sources: Dodgers, Hyeseong Kim agree to deal

The Dodgers are in agreement with Korean infielder Hyeseong Kim on a three-year, $12.5 million contract, sources confirmed.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Never ever make predictions II

Nobody knows nothing

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Here's what to know about Medicare's new spending cap

This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.

CBS News - Jan. 2

Twelve people killed in Montenegro shooting spree

A man kills 12 people including two children, reportedly after an argument in a restaurant.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Gunman kills 12 people including 2 kids in Montenegro shooting spree

Officials say a gunman opened fire at multiple locations in Montenegro, killing a dozen people before turning the gun on himself.

CBS News - Jan. 2

A power that seems will never die

'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof used footage from actual protests in Iran to create large portions of his feature film.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1

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