Newsday: Staple to The Athletic - Andrew Gross to Isles Newsday Beat

[Costigan77]

Just joined you... Checked out some JT articles, gonna read that one about the writer who went on the road with the Brampton Beast (ECHL) tomorrow... but obviously main reason was for Staple's coverage..

Read this one yesterday. Great article. Amazing what the ECHL guys go through

 

[Joedoggy]

People paying to read anything Staple writes? I guess.

 

[seafoam]

People paying to read anything Staple writes? I guess.

You're paying for more than that.

What Staple is covering seems to be what is getting those who are unsure to give it a shot and subscribe, especially since it's not even 'full price' at the moment.

 

[LI2RVA]

You're paying for more than that.

What Staple is covering seems to be what is getting those who are unsure to give it a shot and subscribe, especially since it's not even 'full price' at the moment.

That is the boat I found myself in. I was on the fence before. Wanted to subscribe for the articles (and to support the writers), when Staple announced officially, it nudged me over. No buyers remorse here.

 

[seabass45]

He's been more fun and sarcastic on Twitter lately, seems like The Athletic is letting him loosen up.

 

[Spybot]

Staple's Newsday replacement has finally been announced, it's the current Devils beat writer Andrew Gross, starts in March. Anybody familiar with him?

Andrew Gross (@AGrossRecord) | Twitter

 

[PK Cronin]

Do they only have one guy who can cover hockey or something? I should've applied, just so I can continue not asking the tough questions to bother some of you.

 

[MJF]

Do they only have one guy who can cover hockey or something? I should've applied, just so I can continue not asking the tough questions to bother some of you.

Remember, you’re a beat writer for a print medium in a market that doesn’t give a shit about hockey. You get limited space so make those questions count.

 

[gordie43]

I subscribed to the athletic after seeing Staple head over and finding a 50% discount online. I have been pleasantly surprised with the articles. The site reminds me of when I first subscribed to Sports Illustrated.

I’m in for one year. Price will dictate if I stick around for a second.

 

[seabass45]

Staple's Newsday replacement has finally been announced, it's the current Devils beat writer Andrew Gross, starts in March. Anybody familiar with him?

Andrew Gross (@AGrossRecord) | Twitter

I've seen him here and there on Twitter and he seems like a solid guy, standard reporter dude. He's also doing beat reporting for the Isles now, which means everyone will be annoyed with him.

 

[beach]

I liked Staple at Newsday and like him even more at The Athletic. It seems he has more editorial freedom. His articles have been fantastic. The Athletic on the whole has been great. Justin Bourne especially.

 

[SI90]

Gross? Already off to a great start. Smh

 

[Lame Lambert]

Gross? Already off to a great start. Smh

Let’s see if he can ask the tough questions

 

[SI90]

Let’s see if he can ask the tough questions

He looks like a real professional..... not

I hate having to get to know a new writer. How the f*** do we know what’s on the up and up?

Also, it takes awhile for the players to build and relationship with.

 

[bobilly45]

Staple's Newsday replacement has finally been announced, it's the current Devils beat writer Andrew Gross, starts in March. Anybody familiar with him?

Andrew Gross (@AGrossRecord) | Twitter

As a devils fan, he's a good follow, live tweets during a game (like most) asks good questions and throws in some lighter moments (ie, plane being delayed last week had some funny tweets) You guys will like him.

 

[Richie Daggers Crime]

I subscribed to the athletic after seeing Staple head over and finding a 50% discount online.

I signed up for the free trial and cancelled within two hours. Just not enough content for me.

 

[MatthewBarnabysTears]

I signed up for the free trial and cancelled within two hours. Just not enough content for me.

It isn't even fully launched yet though. They only officially launched last Monday, and they don't even have coverage for a lot of teams yet.

 

[redbull]

I signed up for the free trial and cancelled within two hours. Just not enough content for me.

At least you gave it a fair shot

How long is the free trial?

I'm still very skeptical that the content will be any better than the free stuff.

 

[SLAPSHOT723]

He's done a good job with the Rangers and the Devils. Happy he's on board.

 

[Richie Daggers Crime]

How long is the free trial?

I'm still very skeptical that the content will be any better than the free stuff.

7 days. I'd wait until this new jackmule starts at Newsday and see what he vomits up before buying in. Also, they don't have an Atlanta section, so I don't get any Braves or soccer stuff to read, so for me the content was a little threadbare. If you're really into the NY area MLB/NFL/NBA, then it might be worth considering.

 

[beach]

At least you gave it a fair shot

How long is the free trial?

I'm still very skeptical that the content will be any better than the free stuff.

It's already better than the free stuff. Analytics articles, Bourne and Staple a great read. Articles from other teams at your fingertips.

 

[doublechili]

Staple's Newsday replacement has finally been announced, it's the current Devils beat writer Andrew Gross, starts in March. Anybody familiar with him?

Andrew Gross (@AGrossRecord) | Twitter

Yes, but has he had his first meeting with Garth yet?

 

[seabass45]

A note on this "is it worth paying for?" thing: I think we've been greatly spoiled for the last several years in general with free internet content but it's not sustainable and a lot of great sites and newspapers are getting wiped out by the squeeze (thanks in large part to Facebook, advertising rates, ad-blocking, etc). I bought a sub to The Athletic in part because I see it as the best way to support professional online writing, and we're basically getting daily content geared towards our teams at the cost of a SI mail subscription.

If you want great sports writing and it has to be free, that's fine, but there's a good chance your favorite will be out of a job sooner than later.

 

[Doshell Propivo]

If I want great sports writing, I just read my posts. Always spot on and a fantastic read. And free.

 

[Richie Daggers Crime]

Well, the new guy has worse taste in music than Staple.