Now for the twist: Kutcher, a multi-million fan-generating force of the social media world, has decided to not only list the for sale property online, but open the doors to money-making masses, via e-commerce site Gilt.com.

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They argue that this will force teams to create a stronger following within their fan base, and therefore earn the right to be seen on the brightest TV stages.

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Like a gun, charm can be deployed as a form of protection or as a destructive force: you never want your favorite series to become fan fiction about itself.

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Punch Zone ignited fan passion for new boxing stats which in turn spawned Punch Force which is expected to roll out next year, according to the Wall Street Journal.

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"Through 17 years of highs and lows, ups and downs, praise and criticism, there hasn't been a more reliable or consistent force in the sporting world, " wrote Daniel Buerge, in a column for Lakers Nation, the fan site.

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