“Through our partnership with MLB, we’re taking sports entertainment to a new level as we continue to explore what’s possible with VR,” said Michael Schmier, vice president of content and services, Samsung Electronics America. “Now, with Samsung Gear VR, fans all over the world will be transported right into the ...

The trick-shot brotherhood that is Dude Perfect are bringing their action-packed challenges to Nickelodeon in an all-new season of the comedy-sports series, The Dude Perfect Show, premiering on Saturday, July 22 at 9:00 p.m. (ET/PT). Comprised of five best friends—Tyler Toney, Cody Jones, Garrett Hilbert, twins Coby and Cory Cotton, ...

As boxing champ Floyd Mayweather prepares to go after his 50th career victory, Topps is getting set to release its first trading card of the undefeated fighter. Mayweather will have his first Topps cards, including an autographed version, in 2017 Topps Allen & Ginter Baseball, which releases on July 19. ...

Hall of Famers Ivan “Pudge” Rodriguez and John Smoltz and perennial All-Stars Mark Mulder and Trevor Hoffman talked some baseball—and golf—on a media teleconference today in advance of their participation in the American Century Championships, taking place in Lake Tahoe, July 14-16. The newly-minted Cooperstown inductee Rodriguez had a few ...

Premium television network EPIX®, an MGM company, today announced a roster of all-new original offerings to premiere this year: documentaries Foreman and Danica as well as comedy special Anjelah Johnson: Mahalo & Goodnight. “EPIX is proud to continue its long-standing tradition of delivering thought provoking, insightful documentaries and specials to ...

While fans and media members grumble about a Jets players fire sale that will keep them in a rebuild mode next fall, the team continues to press ahead with fan and tech-friendly programs that can and should appeal to a casual and less traditional demo. The latest came about Thursday ...

American competitive swimmer and most decorated Olympian of all time Michael Phelps has been chosen by Nickelodeon to receive the Legend Award at this year’s Kids’ Choice Sports 2017. Phelps, who has garnered 28 total medals, will receive the award in recognition of his world record-breaking achievements, unrivaled talent and ...

With the 2017 Major League Baseball season heating up, The Topps Company, the exclusive trading card partner of MLB, is thrilled to release 2017 Topps® Baseball Series 2, the continuation of its MLB flagship brand – which hits shelves today. Topps Baseball Series 2 includes cards of top stars, incredible ...

SportsCastr.Live, the pioneering live streaming video platform that redefines what it means to ‘call a game’ and enhance the fan experience, today announced the addition of Charles “Chuck” Baker to its team of advisors. Baker is one of the most respected and engaged dealmakers in sports, and currently serves as ...

The Drone Racing League (DRL), the global leader in professional drone racing, today announced key multi-year, international partners and sponsors ahead of its 2017 race season. In February, DRL introduced Allianz as the title sponsor of DRL’s elite race circuit, leveraging the insurance brand’s motor racing sponsorship heritage to bring ...