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The Players’ Tribune is a new media company that provides athletes with a platform to connect directly with their fans, in their own words. Founded by Derek Jeter, The Players’ Tribune publishes first-person articles from athletes, providing unique insight into the daily sports conversation. Through impactful and powerful long- and short-form articles, video series and podcasts, The Players’ Tribune brings fans closer than ever to the games they love.

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On the Line: Josef Newgarden

The IndyCar racer talks about his new-found fame, NASCAR, partying in New Orleans, the Indianapolis 500 and more.

Boxing's Fight for Relevance

The concept of fighting is simple: Hit the other guy and don’t let the other guy hit you. Today, there’s a whole lot of trying not to get hit and not a whole..

Tests of Time

Shooting portraits is a leap of faith. Sometimes you plan for days and set up for hours, and then the subject arrives and you've got them for five minutes. Befo

Finding the Next American Tennis Champion

The Bryan Brothers, 16x Grand Slam doubles champions, break down what needs to be done to put U.S. Tennis back on the map

Clinging to a Dream

When people ask me what I do, I'm always quick with a smirk and an answer: I play baseball. However, I try not to mention that I play independent league ball.

The Marquee Fights of My Career

Laila Ali looks back on the matches that shaped her career.

The Real NHLer's Guide to the Playoffs: Round Two

Retired NHLer Mike Rupp previews round two of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

The Trap

In every single locker room I’ve ever been in, 90 percent of the bullshitting revolves around the same fantasy and fear: What are we going to do in the real wor

What the (Blank)?

Travis Pastrana answers ten random questions for our What the Blank series.

On the Line: Shawne Merriman

Shawne Merriman discusses the Chargers' future and the city's vibrant community, the play of quarterback Philip Rivers and how he spent the NFL Draft.

The Shadow Draft

Tyler Horn explains the shadow draft, the free agent signing frenzy that happens after the official draft.

My Trip to Cuba

Steve Nash shares photos and anecdotes from his recent trip to Cuba.

Comfortable In My Own Skin

NFL offensive tackle Jonathan Scott shares the details of his battle with plaque psoriasis.

The Fight

Evander Holyfield explains how the biggest fight in boxing history could spark the sport's renaissance.

Why I Still Play Football

It is a simple truth. Playing a hitting position in the NFL can’t possibly help your long-term mental health.

Music I Ride To

Hope these tracks inspire you, make you happier, keep you sane, or fuel you to create in some way.

The Weekly Roundup

The best sports reads from around the web.

Watch: The Players' Tribune Roundtable

We recently celebrated the rollout of The Players’ Tribune 2.0 by hosting a round table conversation with our top contributors in New...

You've Been Traded

The first time I was traded, I was completely blindsided

Podcasts: One on One with Jeter, Wilson and Harvey

Derek Jeter, Russell Wilson and Matt Harvey join host Ben Lyons at our launch event in New York City.

The Players' Tribune Round Table Recap

Today, we’re celebrating the rollout of The Players’ Tribune 2.0 by hosting a round table conversation with our top...

The New Players' Tribune

Introducing the next phase of The Players' Tribune.

The Beautiful Scar

Kobe Bryant on working through his Achilles injury and understanding life through the lens of basketball.

Why the Ice Bucket Challenge Isn't Over

The parents of ALS Ice Bucket Challenge pioneer Peter Frates admire their son's legacy.

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