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Justin Backer

Justin is a freelance writer for Yardbarker. A graduate of Florida Atlantic University, he began his

journalism career in 2023, writing for Empire Sports Media. In addition to his work on

Yardbarker, Justin can also be found on The Sporting News and The Palm Beach Post.

August 8, 2025  |  New York Yankees

Yankees faced with a tough decision on Giancarlo Stanton

The New York Yankees are faced with a tough situation involving Giancarlo Stanton, and their list of solutions is quite thin and potentially unreasonable. 

July 28, 2025  |  New York Knicks

Analyst has interesting rating for Knicks' tactical offseason

It hasn’t been the flashiest of offseasons for the New York Knicks, but that doesn’t mean it hasn’t been productive.