Quote of the Day

“We’re actually offended by that concept. Our whole business model is based on integrity. We don’t feel we need to pay a fee to do what we do every single day. But we are willing to pay and pay well for data and for sponsorship and co-branding.” — MGM Resorts International CEO Jim Murren on the idea of licensing sports data from the major leagues. MGM’s new sponsorship deal with Major League Baseball carries no such clause.