Eric Fisher, US Editor

American sporting goods retailer raises full-year sales forecast for second time

Agreements represent a new link between a MLB club, college sports

Deal marks first pact between college bowl game and sports betting operator

Iconic trading card company said it was blindsided by actions of MLB, MLBPA

Creation of new joint venture to end long-running MLB tie with Topps

Trading card company raises full-year sales forecast for second time in 2021

Prominent seller of sports trading cards calls charge "defamatory"

Company officials still present highly optimistic view, point to efforts in emerging areas such as betting, NFTs, ticketing

Fan engagement platform extends furious run of sports dealmaking