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ESPN Tried Recruiting Pro Sports Leagues as Minority Investors: Report

CONFLICT OF INTEREST?

Disney approached the NFL, MLB, and NBA about one of the leagues signing on as a strategic partner for the network, CNBC reported.

Chris Hippensteel
Chris Hippensteel
ESPN explored a deal to make major sports leagues like the NFL and NBA minority investors
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Chris Hippensteel

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