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Jason Clinkscales

Jason Clinkscales is a media industry analyst and freelance writer based in his native New York City. He waits with bated breath for a Knicks championship parade at @asportsscribe on Twitter and Instagram.

Maple Leafs GM addresses future after another playoff exit

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas addressed his future in the team's end-of-season press conference on Monday, just days after the team was eliminated from the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Florida Panthers.

Shannon Sharpe channels his inner bartender to celebrate Celtics win

In true 'uncle at the cookout' fashion, Shannon Sharpe started his day on 'Undisputed' with something stronger than water as he made himself a cocktail in celebration of the Boston Celtics' decisive Game 7 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

Matt Ryan joining CBS as NFL analyst, says he's not retired

Matt Ryan announced that he's joining CBS Sports as an NFL analyst but emphasized that he's not retiring from the league.

Does Mark Davis have unique motive in accepting Tom Brady's investment in Raiders?

With news that Tom Brady is negotiating to become a part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, Fox Sports analyst Brady Quinn says that the future Hall of Fame quarterback will help team owner Mark Davis.

Kenyon Martin chides Julius Randle for odd reason after Knicks' Game 5 win

As we've seen throughout Randle's time in New York, he's damned if he does and damned if he doesn't.

Ryan Reynolds' group ends bid for NHL team

Real estate developer The Remington Group and actor Ryan Reynolds have pulled their high-profile bid for an NHL team.

Stephen A. Smith has insensitive take on Anthony Davis' exit from Game 5 vs. Warriors

In what can be best described as dismissive, ESPN's First Take took on the injury status of Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis, who left Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Golden State Warriors due to a head injury.

Brett Favre withdraws defamation lawsuit against Pat McAfee

While McAfee's responses to Favre over the last three months have been humorous, nothing he has said or done could cause any more damage to Favre's reputation than what was unearthed by local journalism.

Federal appeals court overturns two convictions in 'Varsity Blues' college admissions scandal

"Operation: Varsity Blues" dominated the news cycle for parts of 2019 and 2020 against the backdrop of the never-ending rising costs of college.

Colin Cowherd proposes wild trade scenario for Warriors and Celtics

Media personality Colin Cowherd proposed a wild trade scenario for the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics.

JJ Redick interviews for NBA head-coaching gig

Interviewing Redick signals that the Raptors are open to someone who is a much more recent peer of the players in the locker room.

Big Ten puts stop to Maryland's subscription streaming plans

This chapter may be closed, but it wouldn't be surprising if similar conflicts arise again as these conference sports channels try to close rank around any school that tries to make its own way when it comes to streaming.

Shohei Ohtani passes Babe Ruth in career strikeouts

Last night in Anaheim, Shohei Ohtani, baseball's modern two-way sensation, passed Babe Ruth in career strikeouts. 

Joe Maddon defends Willson Contreras as Cardinals remove him as starting catcher

The St. Louis Cardinals have removed Willson Contreras from the starting catcher role, making him the team's designated hitter for the foreseeable future.

NJ Little League challenges parents who confront umpires with unique rule

In a town in the Philadelphia suburbs, parents who confront little league umpires on balls and strikes will have to prove they know what they're talking about in order to return as spectators.

NBA analyst compares Devin Booker to Hall of Famer

Devin Booker is the best player in the NBA playoffs. Just ask Kendrick Perkins, who went a step further on ESPN's "First Take" in praise of the Phoenix Suns guard by invoking the name of the late Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant.

ESPN's Eduardo Perez shades Fernando Tatis Jr. despite brilliant series

Just after Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts hit a home run late against the San Diego Padres on ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball, analyst Eduardo Perez took a swipe at Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.

Insider suggests Bucks sale connected to uncertainty on Giannis Antetokounmpo's future

Whether he's completely right, wrong or a mix of both, credit to Brian Windhorst for providing a bit of NBA conspiracy fun.

Lord Miles scratched from Kentucky Derby, trainer suspended indefinitely

As Churchill Downs investigates the recent deaths of several racehorses, trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. was suspended indefinitely by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission prior to Saturday's annual running of the Kentucky Derby.

Prominent reporter has curious response to latest lawsuit against NFL

Jim Trotter, newly of The Athletic, had a curious response to a discrimination claim against the NFL.

Several horses have died at Churchill Downs as Kentucky Derby nears

Although the organizers at Churchill Downs are investigating these deaths, Saffie Joseph Jr., who owned Parents Pride and Chasing Artie, expressed concerns about letting another horse, Lord Miles, compete on Saturday.

Alabama set to fire baseball coach after report on suspicious betting activity

The University of Alabama is in the process of firing its head baseball coach Brad Bohannon two days after Ohio regulators halted betting on Crimson Tide games due to suspicious activity at the sportsbook in the Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati.

Royals had unusual win over Orioles Wednesday

The Kansas City Royals beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-0 Wednesday night at Kauffman Stadium. One of baseball's worst teams beating one of its best wasn't unusual, but how the Royals won certainly was.

Yankees announcer fires back at fan for perceived defense of GM

New York Yankees play-by-play announcer and ESPN Radio host Michael Kay has no qualms about firing back at fans who criticize him for what he'll say on

JJ Redick turns up the volume, imitates Stephen A. Smith in 'First Take' intro

If you didn't know you needed JJ Redick's impression of Stephen A. Smith, ESPN's First Take happily obliged.