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STL company sues for right to use MLB stats

When Albert Pujols hits a home run, who owns that stat? (UPI file photo/Bill Greenblatt)
When Albert Pujols hits a home run, who owns that stat? (UPI file photo/Bill Greenblatt)

By Tom Weber, KWMU

St. Louis, MO – Millions of people play in fantasy sports leagues, allowing them to be their own George Steinbrenner in running a team.

The companies that run those leagues will be watching a court case in St. Louis closely later this year that could impact their future.

At issue is the question of just who owns a player's statistics, and do companies need permission to use stats commercially?

KWMUs Tom Weber prepared this report for NPRs Morning Edition. To hear the report, click here.

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