On its surface, the Premier Lacrosse League is a four-year-old sports league. At its core, it's a scrappy startup that still acts like it's Year 1.
Why it matters: This approach has helped the PLL punch above its weight and quickly develop a reputation as one of America's most innovative sports leagues.
Phil Mickelson and three other golfers dropped out of an antitrust lawsuit against the PGA Tour, according to courtdocuments filed on Tuesday.
Why it matters: The federal lawsuit seeks to challenge golfers' suspensions from the tour after they chose to participate in LIV Golf, a new Saudi-backed series that's lured several top players away from the PGA Tour.
The NBA's newly refreshed free mobile app include new videos and other features that aim to increase its engagement with fans while not angering the companies that pay billions to broadcast live games.
Why it matters: The NBA (along with its content partner Turner Sports, a division of Warner Bros. Discovery) wants its app to build a stronger direct relationship with fans, but can’t afford to alienate ESPN and the regional sports networks.