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Konnor Griffin Is A 19-Year-Old Shortstop—The Pirates Just Gave Him $140 Million

Konnor Griffin Is A 19-Year-Old Shortstop—The Pirates Just Gave Him $140 Million

Apr 8, 2026

Konnor Griffin is still a teenager, but he just signed the largest deal in Pittsburgh Pirates franchise history.

How Ryan Reynolds And Rob McElhenney Turned A "Free" Welsh Soccer Club Into A $500 Million Empire

How Ryan Reynolds And Rob McElhenney Turned A "Free" Welsh Soccer Club Into A $500 Million Empire

Apr 8, 2026

Back in 2021, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney paid $2 million for a Welsh soccer team called Wrexham. By spending aggressively, leveraging a hit documentary, and monetizing a worldwide audience, they rewrote the playbook for how a small sports team can scale. And now thay investment is paying off…

Previewing The Men's NCAA Tournament: Which Coaches And Players Are Earning The Most?

Previewing The Men's NCAA Tournament: Which Coaches And Players Are Earning The Most?

Apr 5, 2026

Michigan and UConn are facing off in the NCAA men's basketball championship. Learn their coaches' salaries, top-earning players, and more.

The Jacksonville Jaguars Are Now Paying Their Two No. 1 Draft Picks $385 Million

The Jacksonville Jaguars Are Now Paying Their Two No. 1 Draft Picks $385 Million

Apr 5, 2026

After signing Travon Walker to a nine-figure deal, the Jacksonville Jaguars are all-in on their No. 1 overall draft picks.

A Day Before The Final Four, Tommy Lloyd And Arizona Agree To A Long-Term Extension

A Day Before The Final Four, Tommy Lloyd And Arizona Agree To A Long-Term Extension

Apr 3, 2026

Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats have agreed to a contract extension that makes the coach one of the highest-paid in college hoops.

The Las Vegas Raiders Just Gave Kirk Cousins A $172 Million Contract (Though He Likely Won't Earn All Of It)

The Las Vegas Raiders Just Gave Kirk Cousins A $172 Million Contract (Though He Likely Won't Earn All Of It)

Apr 2, 2026

Kirk Cousins is one of the highest earners in NFL history. He's inked a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, though it's not quite what it seems.

The Brewers Are Giving Cooper Pratt $50+ Million Before He Ever Plays An MLB Game

The Brewers Are Giving Cooper Pratt $50+ Million Before He Ever Plays An MLB Game

Apr 2, 2026

Cooper Pratt primarily spent last season playing Double-A baseball. He's still getting an eight-figure contract from the Brewers.

NBA Stardom, A Kardashian Marriage, Brothel Overdoses, Meme Coins and Evictions: The Continually Bizarre Life Lamar Odom

NBA Stardom, A Kardashian Marriage, Brothel Overdoses, Meme Coins and Evictions: The Continually Bizarre Life Lamar Odom

Mar 31, 2026

Lamar Odom once had it all: NBA titles, millions in the bank, and a reality TV marriage to a Kardashian. But after addiction, a near-fatal overdose, and a string of chaotic headlines, his post-basketball life has taken yet another strange turn — from meme coins to a court-ordered eviction.

In 2008, Ross Brawn Paid £1 for an F1 Team. Eight Months Later He Sold The Team For £110 million. It's The Greatest Sports Team Flip Ever

In 2008, Ross Brawn Paid £1 for an F1 Team. Eight Months Later He Sold The Team For £110 million. It's The Greatest Sports Team Flip Ever

Mar 26, 2026

A broke Formula 1 team, a £1 purchase, and a hidden engineering loophole set the stage for one of the most unbelievable turnarounds in sports history. In just 255 days, Ross Brawn transformed chaos into a championship and flipped the team for a massive payday.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Has Signed The Largest Wide Receiver Contract In NFL History

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Has Signed The Largest Wide Receiver Contract In NFL History

Mar 23, 2026

The Seahawks are keeping star receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba around for the long haul—and they're paying a record amount to make it happen.

Christian Laettner Was $30+ Million In Debt… Then He Hit One Last $187 Million Buzzer-Beater

Christian Laettner Was $30+ Million In Debt… Then He Hit One Last $187 Million Buzzer-Beater

Mar 22, 2026

Christian Laettner made over $60 million in the NBA, then nearly lost everything after a series of risky real estate bets and loans from fellow athletes went sideways. With creditors circling and a rare involuntary bankruptcy looming, he somehow pulled off one last $187 million buzzer-beater that saved him from financial ruin.

A Complete History Of All The Money Antonio Brown Earned And Lost In The NFL

A Complete History Of All The Money Antonio Brown Earned And Lost In The NFL

Mar 19, 2026

He was the NFL's highest-paid receiver, a Super Bowl champion, and on track for the Hall of Fame. Now, Antonio Brown is facing an attempted murder charge.

The 10 Highest-Paid Coaches In March Madness 2026

The 10 Highest-Paid Coaches In March Madness 2026

Mar 19, 2026

March Madness isn't just about buzzer beaters and Cinderella runs. It's also a showcase of the multi-million-dollar coaches tasked with turning massive salaries into championship results.

Cincinnati Fires Wes Miller And Will Owe Him Nearly $10 Million In Buyout Money

Cincinnati Fires Wes Miller And Will Owe Him Nearly $10 Million In Buyout Money

Mar 17, 2026

Wes Miller missed the NCAA Tournament in all five of his seasons at Cincinnati. He'll still make millions after getting fired.

The Baltimore Ravens Have Filled The NFL Free Agency Period With High Drama

The Baltimore Ravens Have Filled The NFL Free Agency Period With High Drama

Mar 14, 2026

The Ravens offered two first-round draft picks for Maxx Crosby before backing out of the deal—only to sign another defensive end instead.

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Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Aug 21, 2025
Mike Tyson is one of the most successful boxers of all-time, and it brought him in a ton of money throughout his career. Here's a look at his biggest paydays.
While Some NBA Players Go Broke In Retirement, Jamal Mashburn Built A $100 Million Empire

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

Feb 12, 2026
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 bid to buy an NBA team.
The 40 Largest Contracts In Professional Sports History

The 40 Largest Contracts In Professional Sports History

Jan 18, 2026
What are the largest contracts in professional sports history, both in terms of overall value and average annual salary?
The 25 Richest Athletes In The World 2020

The 25 Richest Athletes In The World 2020

Apr 13, 2020
Who is the richest athlete in the world? Which athletes are billionaires? Floyd Mayweather, Michael Jordan, Michael Schumacher and Tiger Woods have each earned well over $1 billion in their careers. But is that enough to make one of them the richest of all?
Here's How Much Money Dennis Schroder Has Made Since Turning Down $84 Million

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

Feb 3, 2026
The Lakers offered Dennis Schroder a hefty contract that he turned down in hopes of a bigger pay day. That decision turned out poorly.
The Largest Sports Contracts Of All Time In Terms Of Average Annual Salary

The Largest Sports Contracts Of All Time In Terms Of Average Annual Salary

Jan 18, 2026
Most headlines focus on the total value of sports contracts — $700 million here, $800 million there. But what if we ranked the biggest deals by how much an athlete actually earns per year? From Saudi-backed soccer megadeals to NBA supermax extensions, these are the richest annual paydays in sports history.
The 10 Highest-Paid Coaches In March Madness 2026

The 10 Highest-Paid Coaches In March Madness 2026

Mar 19, 2026
March Madness isn't just about buzzer beaters and Cinderella runs. It's also a showcase of the multi-million-dollar coaches tasked with turning massive salaries into championship results.
How Jerry Reinsdorf Became Rich Enough To Own The Chicago Bulls AND The White Sox

How Jerry Reinsdorf Became Rich Enough To Own The Chicago Bulls AND The White Sox

May 29, 2020
Jerry Reinsdorf is a frequent presence throughout The Last Dance docuseries and has owned the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls for nearly 40 years. How did he make his money?
Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Mar 4, 2025
At the turn of the century, Pebble Beach was up for sale. A team of investors, led by Peter Ueberroth and Clint Eastwood, ensured it would be in good hands.
In 2008, Ross Brawn Paid £1 for an F1 Team. Eight Months Later He Sold The Team For £110 million. It's The Greatest Sports Team Flip Ever

In 2008, Ross Brawn Paid £1 for an F1 Team. Eight Months Later He Sold The Team For £110 million. It's The Greatest Sports Team Flip Ever

Mar 26, 2026
A broke Formula 1 team, a £1 purchase, and a hidden engineering loophole set the stage for one of the most unbelievable turnarounds in sports history. In just 255 days, Ross Brawn transformed chaos into a championship and flipped the team for a massive payday.
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