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David Glass Bought The Royals Two Decades Ago For $96 Million. He Just Sold Them For $1 Billion!

David Glass Bought The Royals Two Decades Ago For $96 Million. He Just Sold Them For $1 Billion!

Dec 3, 2019

Two decades ago, David Glass spent less than $100 million to buy the Kansas City Royals. We'd say his investment paid off – and then some.

When Betting On Yourself Goes Wrong – Terrelle Pryor's Rough Season In Washington

When Betting On Yourself Goes Wrong – Terrelle Pryor's Rough Season In Washington

Nov 30, 2019

Terrelle Pryor got a nice contract offer from the Cleveland Browns in 2017. He turned it down to try and get a bigger deal – and that move didn't pan out quite the way he planned.

The Yankees Are Paying Jacoby Ellsbury A Ton Of Money To Go Away

The Yankees Are Paying Jacoby Ellsbury A Ton Of Money To Go Away

Nov 29, 2019

Jacoby Ellsbury hasn't played a game for the New York Yankees since 2017, and the team finally released him. But now they owe a ton of money to a player who's no longer on their roster.

The White Sox Just Signed Yasmani Grandal To The Largest Contract In Franchise History

The White Sox Just Signed Yasmani Grandal To The Largest Contract In Franchise History

Nov 27, 2019

The Chicago White Sox have struggled since winning the World Series in 2005. But after signing Yasmani Grandal, their future is looking brighter. Here's how much they'll be paying their new star.

Why Former NBA Star Adrian Dantley Is Working As A Crossing Guard

Why Former NBA Star Adrian Dantley Is Working As A Crossing Guard

Nov 24, 2019

Adrian Dantley scored thousands of points and made millions in the NBA. So why is he now working as a crossing guard who's not even earning $15,000 per year?

Carmelo Anthony Made Nearly $28 Million Last Year, But His New Contract Is His Smallest One Ever

Carmelo Anthony Made Nearly $28 Million Last Year, But His New Contract Is His Smallest One Ever

Nov 22, 2019

Carmelo Anthony has had a lucrative NBA career but found himself without a team for most of last season. The Portland Trail Blazers have offered him a lifeline – but it's a far cry from what he's used to earning.

Rob Gronkowski Is Retired, But One Patriots Rookie Is Carrying On This Part Of His Legacy

Rob Gronkowski Is Retired, But One Patriots Rookie Is Carrying On This Part Of His Legacy

Nov 13, 2019

JoeJuan Williams is still a rookie, but he's already learned an important lesson: the value of a smart financial education.

P.J. Fleck Has Led Minnesota To An 8-0 Start – And He Just Got A Huge Raise

P.J. Fleck Has Led Minnesota To An 8-0 Start – And He Just Got A Huge Raise

Nov 8, 2019

P.J. Fleck has led Minnesota to one of its best starts ever. And he's getting a huge payday because of it. Here's how much his new contract is worth.

Florida State Buys Out Head Coach Willie Taggart's Contract – And It Will Cost Them Millions

Florida State Buys Out Head Coach Willie Taggart's Contract – And It Will Cost Them Millions

Nov 7, 2019

After a 9-12 record through his first two seasons, Florida State fired head coach Willie Taggart. But the move is going to cost them millions in an expensive buyout.

These Are The Top 10 Most Valuable NBA Franchises

These Are The Top 10 Most Valuable NBA Franchises

Nov 6, 2019

Some of the NBA's most storied franchises are among its most valuable, but there are also a few surprises on this list.

Louisville Settles With Papa John Schnatter – Here's How Much Money He'll Receive

Louisville Settles With Papa John Schnatter – Here's How Much Money He'll Receive

Nov 4, 2019

Papa John's and the University of Louisville had been together for more than two decades. But after John Schnatter's recent behavior, the two sides have parted ways. Here's how much Schnatter will make in the settlement.

Antonio Brown's Phone May Have Stopped Him From Getting $30 Million

Antonio Brown's Phone May Have Stopped Him From Getting $30 Million

Oct 31, 2019

Antonio Brown filed a grievance against the Oakland Raiders, claiming they owe him $30 million. But text messages have recently surfaced that could make Brown's goal much harder to overcome.

Jim McIngvale – AKA "Mattress Mack" – Has $20 Million Riding On The Astros Winning The World Series

Jim McIngvale – AKA "Mattress Mack" – Has $20 Million Riding On The Astros Winning The World Series

Oct 29, 2019

The Houston Astros are one win away from a World Series title. And that could mean a huge amount of money coming to one Houston mattress salesman.

The Five Best Free Agent Signings From This NBA Offseason

The Five Best Free Agent Signings From This NBA Offseason

Oct 24, 2019

The NBA season is finally here. In case you missed some of the biggest moves of the summer, we've got you covered.

Bradley Beal's New Deal Puts Him On Target To Sign The Largest NBA Contract Ever

Bradley Beal's New Deal Puts Him On Target To Sign The Largest NBA Contract Ever

Oct 23, 2019

A big question this NBA offseason was where Wizards star Bradley Beal might end up. It turns out he's going to stay put in Washington – and he's going to make a ton of money doing it.