Modell’s Sporting Goods Acquires Three New Locations from City Sports

PHILADELPHIA, BOSTON AND WASHINGTON, D.C. — Modell’s Sporting Goods has acquired three new locations in major cities on the East Coast. The company has acquired 1608 Walnut St. in Philadelphia, 480 Boylston St. in Boston and 715 Seventh St. NW in Washington, D.C., from City Sports for an undisclosed price. Modell’s Sporting Goods will transition the three locations, ranging from 7,500 square feet to 9,000 square feet, from City Sports retailers in early 2016. The acquisition of these locations brings Modell’s total store count to 160 locations in 10 states.