Articles Written by Joey Held

If there's a story anywhere in the world of music, sports, or entertainment, Joey wants to tell it. He's been freelancing since 2010, and prior to that, he attended the University of Miami, where he double majored in broadcast journalism and sport administration. A Chicago native, Joey currently resides in Austin, TX. Follow him on Twitter and always feel free to suggest a song for his next karaoke performance. Joey's favorite billionaire is Mark Cuban.

9 Words May Cost Kansas State Coach Jerome Tang $19 Million… But Was This Enough To Constitute A "For Cause" Termination?
Did nine angry words spoken at a press conference constitute enough of an infraction that Jerome Tang was fired "for cause"? Or should he be paid his $19 million buyout?
Three Months After Turning Down A Qualifying Offer, Zac Gallen Signs With The Same Team For The Same Amount Of Money
Zac Gallen entered free agency in hopes of a big deal, but he ultimately chose to return to the Diamondbacks.
The Phillies Released Nick Castellanos—And Still Owe Him About $20 Million
The Phillies released Nick Castellanos after four seasons, but they still owe him the remainder of his contract.
Chris Paul Retires As One Of The Highest Earners In NBA History
Chris Paul made slightly over $400 million during his 21-year NBA career. Which stop was his most lucrative?
While Some NBA Players Go Broke In Retirement, Jamal Mashburn Built A $100 Million Empire
Most NBA players go broke within five years of retiring. Jamal Mashburn did the opposite. After earning $75 million in the league, he quietly built a $100 million empire spanning 100+ franchises, car dealerships, venture capital, and even a failed...
Justin Verlander, The Second-Highest Earner In MLB History, Rejoins The Detroit Tigers
Justin Verlander is returning to the city where he started his career. Here's how much he'll make with the Tigers.
Here's How Much Money Dennis Schroder Has Made Since Turning Down $84 Million
The Lakers offered Dennis Schroder a hefty contract that he turned down in hopes of a bigger pay day. That decision turned out poorly.
Oscar De La Hoya Bought An Office Building In Downtown LA For $16 Million In 2004—And He Just Defaulted On A $27 Million Loan
Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions has been in the same building for over two decades. Now, they're facing the risk of foreclosure.
Paul George Will Forfeit $11.7 Million During His 25-Game Suspension
Paul George has helped the Philadelphia 76ers be competitive in the playoff race. But now he'll watch much of the season from the sidelines.
How Tobey Maguire Became A Witness In A Criminal Tax Trial
Tobey Maguire has been playing high-stakes poker for decades. Sometimes, his opponents don't pay their debts.

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Articles Written by Joey Held

9 Words May Cost Kansas State Coach Jerome Tang $19 Million… But Was This Enough To Constitute A "For Cause" Termination?

Three Months After Turning Down A Qualifying Offer, Zac Gallen Signs With The Same Team For The Same Amount Of Money

The Phillies Released Nick Castellanos—And Still Owe Him About $20 Million

Chris Paul Retires As One Of The Highest Earners In NBA History

While Some NBA Players Go Broke In Retirement, Jamal Mashburn Built A $100 Million Empire

Justin Verlander, The Second-Highest Earner In MLB History, Rejoins The Detroit Tigers

Here's How Much Money Dennis Schroder Has Made Since Turning Down $84 Million

Oscar De La Hoya Bought An Office Building In Downtown LA For $16 Million In 2004—And He Just Defaulted On A $27 Million Loan

Paul George Will Forfeit $11.7 Million During His 25-Game Suspension

How Tobey Maguire Became A Witness In A Criminal Tax Trial