Jay Z has been a success both in music and business. Apparently he’s been blossoming like the summer.
Jigga as he’s fondly called has launched Roc Nation Sports and signed NY Yankees Star Robinson Cano as first client. Jay Z is part owner of the Brooklyn Nets, clearly it didn’t stop there.
Roc Nation Sports, a full service sports management company and will be led by the rapper with Juan Perez serving as president. They have partnered with CAA Sports, a division of Creative Artists Agency to co-represent the All-Star second baseman.
In an official press release, Jigga elaborated on the reason for launching Roc Nation Sports:
“Because of my love for sports, it was a natural progression to form a company where we help top athletes in various sports the same way we help artists in the music industry for years.”
Cano, a four –time MLB All-Star, World Series champion and two-time Golden Glove Award winner, stated his comments for signing with CEO of Roc Nation:
“I am confident that the paring with Roc Nation Sports and CAA Sports will be essential in helping me accomplish my short-and long-term goals. I am making this decision now so I can help the Yankees succeed in 2013, while minimizing any distractions for me and my team mates.
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