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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.

Report reveals ESPN's plans after Doc Rivers' departure

Now that Doc Rivers is returning to an NBA sideline with the Milwaukee Bucks, there appears to be a void left in ESPN/ABC's splashy reboot of its "A" play-by-play team that's helmed by Hall of Fame play-by-play announcer Mike Breen. 

Jazz owner asking NHL to consider expanding to Utah

Utah Jazz governor/owner Ryan Smith has made it clear that he wants to bring the NHL to his home state for two years. On Wednesday, that interest became official.

Netflix strikes massive deal for 'WWE Monday Night Raw'

Like Randy Orton's finishing move, Tuesday's announcement from WWE came from out of nowhere. 

49ers' win over Packers most watched Saturday playoff game in 30 years

It shouldn't be a surprise that fans tuned into the renewal of one of the NFL's greatest playoff rivalries in droves.

How Ravens' win over Texans made ESPN history

Stop if you've heard this before, but the NFL keeps helping networks break records.

Latest owner of Sports Illustrated to lay off 'possibly all' of its staff

What was once the most venerated brand in all of sports media is beyond a shell of itself.

AT&T Stadium reportedly picked to hold 2026 men's World Cup Final

Two years from now, the biggest game to take place at any NFL stadium won't be the Super Bowl. 

Chicago White Sox looking to replace Guaranteed Rate Field

The Chicago White Sox are looking to move into a new home built for the 21st century. 

Diamond Sports Group announces restructuring plan, includes Amazon investment

For some sports fans with Amazon Prime, they could have more reasons to invest in the service thanks to a potential union with a major regional sports carrier.

NBA still in play for minority stake in ESPN

For all the hoopla around the NFL's media prowess, the NBA is far from a shrinking violet.

Clippers to host 2026 NBA All-Star Game in new arena

The NBA's famed midseason extravaganza is coming back to Los Angeles but in a new venue.

NFL offers hundreds of voluntary buyouts in headquarters as playoffs near

Coaches aren't the only ones losing their jobs in the NFL right now.

Jimmy Kimmel uses opening monologue to diss Aaron Rodgers

When a late-night talk host has a deep personal issue with you, the whole world is going to know about it, and it won't be pretty.

Tiger Woods is ending Nike partnership after 27 years

One of the greatest partnerships in sports endorsement history has come to an end.

MLB could pick up Colorado Rockies media rights before 2024 season

A massive change in Colorado television may lead to Major League Baseball picking up more local rights.

Anthony Joshua agrees to fight Francis Ngannou in March

Anthony Joshua will be tangoing with Francis Ngannou in the boxing ring come March.

Pat McAfee accuses senior ESPN executive of sabotage

Sports media personality Pat McAfee has openly called out an ESPN executive for alleged sabotage.

St. Petersburg wants its brand incorporated with Rays as part of stadium deal

The latest chapter in the eternal story of the Tampa Bay Rays' pursuit of a new stadium involves a branding twist of sorts for its hometown.

NHL's Winter Classic between Kraken and Golden Knights makes ugly viewership history

No matter which teams play in the Winter Classic or which venue is chosen, it's impossible to recreate the magic of the very first time.

Yankees, Knicks owners form sports streaming tech alliance

New York sports franchises, assemble.

Joel Embiid lists Philly penthouse for sale

Cue the trade rumors for the NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player based on a real estate listing.

Pat McAfee offers apology of sorts for Aaron Rodgers' comments on Jimmy Kimmel

On Wednesday, Pat McAfee issued an apology of sorts for Aaron Rodgers' most recent appearance on his show.

Increased value of women's hoops shown in new NCAA broadcast deal with ESPN

Women's basketball has become the tide to lift the NCAA's omnibus sports boat.

NWSL franchise Portland Thorns sells for record amount

The Portland Thorns of the NWSL are being sold for a record amount.

Brett Favre's lawyers to depose former governor in welfare fraud case

Brett Favre's legal battle has taken another turn, this time with upcoming testimony from his alleged co-conspirator.