With the core designation, New York will officially take the biggest free agent off the market as the Liberty now have exclusive negotiating rights with Stewart.

As the WNBA enters free agency, Breanna Stewart and other stars who are eligible to talk to teams are signing new deals or being given the core designation by their teams this offseason.

WNBA champion Breanna Stewart was the first guest on Candace Parker's show "The Trophy Room," which debuted on Thursday.

New York's Breanna Stewart was one of a handful of players who have been given the franchise tag by their WNBA teams, meaning they can’t sign a contract directly with anyone else.

With the launch of the 3x3 league, more top-tier WNBA players than ever have elected to stay in the U.S. this offseason.

Unrivaled hopes to be a domestic alternative for athletes who have historically competed overseas during the WNBA offseason. With an emphasis on high salaries, player development and the convenience of playing domestically,

Central New York native Breanna Stewart was one of a handful ... the franchise player designation include Kelsey Plum (Las Vegas), Satou Sabally (Dallas) and Gabby Williams (Seattle).