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Charles Zinkowski

Charles Zinkowski is a freelance journalist living on (not in) Long Island. A self-professed geek, he saw the original Star Wars at a drive-in theater, will always be a Hulkamaniac, and writes with nostalgia, insight, and a sharp eye for the absurdities of modern life. He joined Yardbarker in August to cover the WNBA, NHL, MLB, and NFL.

August 13, 2025  |  Miami Dolphins

How Odell Beckham Jr.'s career reached a crossroads

It’s difficult to see a player whose star once shone so brightly navigate such a dramatic career shift.

August 12, 2025  |  New York Mets

Mets are trending — but in the wrong direction

With seven straight losses and now sitting six games back in the NL East, the Mets have turned from playoff upstarts into a team in full-blown crisis.  

July 30, 2025  |  WNBA

Is WNBA facing a competitive balance problem?

Since the All-Star Game on July 19, only three of the league’s 24 games have been decided by five points or fewer.

July 28, 2025  |  Minnesota Lynx

The best player in the WNBA right now is someone no one is talking about

With young stars powering the WNBA's surge, perhaps the league's best player is being overlooked.