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Steve Rushin
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Contributor, Sports Illustrated
NIGHTS IN WHITE CASTLE out now from @littlebrown. STING-RAY AFTERNOONS out in paperback. steverushinbooks@gmail.com
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Marc Carig
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Senior Managing Editor, MLB, The Athletic
Current: Senior managing editor, @TheAthleticMLB. Past: Baseball writer. 🇵🇭
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Erik Horne
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Senior Editor, Andscape
Senior editor @Andscape | #NABJ | Alleged former athlete | Previously @TheAthletic @TheOklahoman_ @Ardmoreite @scoreatlanta
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Josh Cohen
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Freelance Reporter, Freelance
City Reporter @CascadePBSNews (formerly Crosscut) covering Seattle's gov't, politics, & big issues. Proud member @PacNWguild Email: josh.cohen@cascadepbs.org
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Tyler Duffy
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Contributor, Inside EVs
Car guy. Michigan Man. Living proof that one size hats do not fit all. tyduffy@gmail.com
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Evan Davis
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Presenter, BBC
This is the guy on Radio4's PM programme, Dragons' Den and the Bottom Line. These are only my views - the BBC has no views.
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Bill Shea
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Contributor, Freelance
Freelance journalist, but my lance isn't free. Writing a shitty novel. Key West literary beach bum. Dionysian anti-fascist. 'The Rimbaud of Hazel Park.'
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Grace Raynor
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Recruiting and College Football Reporter, The Athletic
College football/recruiting reporter for @TheAthleticCFB. graynor@theathletic.com.
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Hailey Salvian
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National Women's Hockey Writer, The Athletic
Women's hockey writer @TheAthletic | Co-host @TheAthleticNHL podcast | hsalvian@theathletic.com
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GET STARTED FOR FREEFrequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists featured in The Athletic?
Use filters like beat, industry, location, or journalist type to narrow your search to people who have contributed to The Athletic. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.
Do you offer contact emails for journalists at The Athletic?
Yes. Verified contact details (such as emails, LinkedIn, and X) are unlocked with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles, but contact fields are redacted.
Can I filter The Athletic journalists by location or beat?
Absolutely. You can focus your search by country, city/state, or specific beats to target journalists from The Athletic working in those areas.
What information is included in a journalist profile from The Athletic?
Each profile includes journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet(s), location, and recent articles — so you can see what they cover and where.
Can I export a list of The Athletic journalists for outreach campaigns?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of journalists affiliated with The Athletic into CSV or XLSX files for your campaigns.
How often are profiles for journalists from The Athletic updated?
We refresh profiles regularly to ensure the outlet affiliations, roles, beats, and contact details remain accurate.
Why filter by outlet instead of only by beat or industry?
Outlets often signal audience, editorial style, and trust. Targeting The Athletic journalists ensures your pitch reaches people who already publish where your ideal readers go.
Can I subscribe just to get a list of The Athletic journalists for one project?
Yes. You can subscribe for a short term, export your The Athletic-specific media list, and cancel anytime afterward.
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