Jonathan Vankin
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Jonathan Vankin

Expertise:
MLB, Red Sox, NBA, Celtics
Education:
Brandeis University
Location:
Los Angeles, CA

Experience

JONATHAN VANKIN is a journalist and writer. He is the author of five nonfiction books and nine graphic novels. His work has received numerous awards and honor including three New England Press Association awards. In connection with his work, Vankin has made numerous media appearances on such networks as CNN, CNBC, FOX, the BBC and the CBC as well as hundreds of radio stations and podcasts.

Vankin in his wide-ranging career has also served as an editor of comics and newspapers. He is the editor of the NEW YORK TIMES #1 BESTSELLING graphic novel GET JIRO! by the late, great Anthony Bourdain. He co-wrote the hit Off Broadway musical FOREVER DUSTY, and his journalism has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Salon, the L.A. Weekly and dozens of other publications.

Education

Vankin earned a degree in philosophy from Brandeis University, and attended the Professional Writing and Publishing program at Emerson College.

Latest Articles From Jonathan Vankin

  • Red Sox Triston Casas Trade For $108 Million Starter Needs ‘Sweetener’: Insider

    The Boston Red Sox continue to target upgrades to their starting rotation as the 2024-2025 offseason goes on. One name that has surfaced repeatedly in the team’s quest is Seattle Mariners righty and three-time All Star Luis Castillo. With his solid 3.56 career ERA and ability to handle workloads of more than 160 innings pitched […]

  • New Yankee Max Fried Drops 7-Word Message Taking Shot at Braves, Fans Not Happy

  • Dodgers Nolan Arenado Trade Predicted After He Blocked Deal to Astros: Insider

  • Lakers Predicted to Add $48 Million Celtics Former Fan Favorite as AD Insurance

  • Yankees Predicted to Back Off Alex Bregman Hunt as Red Sox Now Seen as Favorites

  • Yankees GM Drops Troubling Message About $174 Million Juan Soto Replacement

    Since losing generational slugger Juan Soto to the crosstown rival Mets and a historic, record-setting $765 million contract on December 8, the New York Yankees have not been sitting back and waiting to build their roster back. They signed free agent lefty hurler Max Fried, acquired closer Devin Williams via trade from the Milwaukee Brewers […]

  • Red Sox Predicted to Make ‘Very Serious’ Bid For 102-mph Fireballer Roki Sasaki

  • Lakers Predicted to Trade $36 Million Guard to Get Bench Help For LeBron and AD

  • Bronx Zoo 2? Awkward Reunion as New Yankee’s Supermodel Wife Once Dated Star DH

  • Yankees Predicted to Trade For $35 Million Gold Glover as Torres Replacement

  • David Ortiz Rips Yankees in Ruthless 3-Word Message on Juan Soto’s New IG Reel

    The New York Yankees are still stinging from the loss of generational superstar Juan Soto to their crosstown rival New York Mets in a head-spinning, 15-year deal that could end up paying the Dominican Republic native more than $800 million. But perhaps more important than the money, the Bronx Bombers continue to scramble to find […]

  • Boston Celtics Get Bad News That Casts Dark Shadow Over Latest One-Sided Victory

  • Jimmy Butler Sends Warning Message to Warriors Before ‘Substantive’ Trade Talks

  • Yankees Considering Surprising Trade to Bring In $100 Million Rizzo Replacement

  • Celtics Great Paul Pierce Drops Point-Blank Message to Lakers: Trade These Stars

  • Boston Red Sox Now Predicted to Trade Triston Casas For $500 Million Power Bat

  • Yankees Predicted to Get Kyle Tucker After All, at Cost of Eating $52.5 Million

  • Juan Soto Drops Brutal 9-Word Message on Yankee Fans, One Famous Fan Shoots Back

  • Lakers Coach J.J. Redick Delivers Blunt, One-Word Message About Lebron James

  • Boston Red Sox Urged to Avoid $182 Million Free Agent Former Home Run King

    The Boston Red Sox are continuing to pursue free agents and possible trades, after making a splash at the Major League Baseball Winter Meetings by dealing four of the organization’s best prospects for left-handed ace starting pitcher Garrett Crochet, formerly of the Chicago White Sox. One thing that has been no secret is that the […]

  • Boston Celtics Get Good News Before Intense Holiday Schedule, and They Needed It

  • Los Angeles Lakers Get Bad News After 4 Days Off Before Facing Minnesota On Road

  • Boston Red Sox Send Message With Possible Hint Triston Casas Traded Soon

  • Boston Celtics Named Favorites to Land $177 Million Forward in Trade or Buyout

  • Juan Soto Delivers Harsh, 8-Word Message to Former Yankees Teammates

    In his first public appearance as the highest-paid professional athlete in sports history, Juan Soto appeared upbeat about the next phase of his Major League Baseball career with the New York Mets. And why wouldn’t he be? The Mets will pay him at least $765 million over the next 15 years, taking Soto through his […]

  • Boston Celtics Get Bad News After Four Off-Days Going Into Pistons Showdown

  • Yankees Predicted to Bid For Alex Bregman, Their ‘Interest is Real’ Report Says

  • Yankees Predicted to Make Shocking Trade for $426 Million Star After Losing Soto

  • Red Sox Get Garrett Crochet in Trade For Organization’s No. 4 Ranked Prospect

  • Red Sox Owner John Henry Faces ‘Monumental’ Backlash if Offseason Fails Again

    The Boston Red Sox front office has largely been sluggish in the Major League Baseball offseason for the past six years. Now, if the Red Sox ownership led by hedge fund billionaire John Henry fails to make a significant move heading into 2024, Henry and the team’s management will face a “monumental” backlash from a […]