These Billionaires Probably Own Your Favorite Sports Team

Published on 11/25/2020
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Tim McGraw – Nashville Kats

Many people know Tim McGraw for his work as a country musician, but did you know that he is also the son of the American professional baseball relief pitcher and long-time Major League Baseball (MLB) player. Tug McGraw? This may explain his interest in baseball, which is evident with his minority ownership of the Nashville Kats.

Tim McGraw Nashville Kats

Tim McGraw Nashville Kats

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Jeffrey Lurie – Philadelphia Eagles (NFL)

In 1994, Lurie took out a loan to purchase the Philadelphia Eagles for $185 million. The team is valued at $3.1 billion now. He bought the Philadelphia Eagles NFL team from its previous owner, Norman Braman, for $195 million. In 1983, Lurie took an executive position at General Cinema Corporation, the film company that his grandfather founded.

Jeffrey Lurie – Philadelphia Eagles (NFL)

Jeffrey Lurie – Philadelphia Eagles (NFL)

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