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Mike Gianakos

Job Title:
Associate Editor, MLB
Expertise:
MLB, NFL, NBA
Location:
New York, NY
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Mike Gianakos is the former editor-in-chief of High Times magazine, where he also spearheaded the video department and event production. He is a longtime podcaster and even longer suffering NY Jets fan.

Past Work:

High Times, Leaf Magazines

Mike Gianakos is the former editor-in-chief of High Times magazine, where he also spearheaded the video department and event production. He is a longtime podcaster and even longer suffering NY Jets fan.

Ja'Marr Chase not planning to negotiate long-term Bengals contractPro Bowl wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase will not continue to negotiate for a new contract with the Bengals now that the season has started.Mike Gianakos ·
Ja'Marr Chase in a Cincinnati Bengals uniform catching a pass the receiver will not negotiate a contract with the Bengals during the season as he focuses on the Chiefs.
Cam Newton erupts in fiery rant over Tyreek Hill's police incidentFormer NFL quarterback Cam Newton weighed in on the Dolphins Pro Bowl wide receiver being handcuffed and detained by Miami-Dade police.Mike Gianakos ·
Cam Newton yelling next to Tyreek Hill in a Miami Dolphins uniform with a police officer in the background as the Dolphins receiver was detained by police before the team's week one win.
Rockies' Kris Bryant dealing with harsh 2024 realityAfter signing a massive deal with the Rockies in 2022 Kris Bryant has been unable to stay healthy and now he could miss the rest of 2024.Mike Gianakos ·
Kris Bryant in a Colorado Rockies uniform with a tear drop coming from one eye and a red and white first aid symbol as Bryant is injured and unlikely to play again this season due to a back issue as the Rockies injuries have helped tank the season.
Isiah Pacheco slapped with $5,582 fine for Week 1 hitThe Chiefs hard-nosed running back delivered a hit on a defender that triggered a fine from the NFL after the team's season-opening win.Mike Gianakos ·
Isiah Pacheco in a Kansas City Chiefs uniform running the ball straight ahead as Pacheco was fined for lowering his head to hit a defender and the NFL fined for unnecessary roughness.
Ja'Marr Chase's mindset amid continued contract talks with BengalsThe Bengals star wideout still hasn't reached an agreement on a new contract with the team but he's returned to the field.Mike Gianakos ·
Ja'Marr Chase in a Cincinnati Bengals uniform reaching out to make a catch but replace the ball with a bag of money with a dollar sign on it. Also little green question marks floating around the image as Chase still doesn't have a new contract with the Bengals.
Yankees' Nestor Cortes comes to Clay Holmes' defense after boos in Red Sox gameThe Yankees starter defended demoted closer Clay Holmes, who was booed by the home crowd before earning the win against the Red Sox.Mike Gianakos ·
Clay Holmes pitching in a New York Yankees uniform with Nestor Cortes in a New York Yankees uniform as Cortes defended Holmes from boos as the yankees former closer got the win and yankees pitching came through.
Bills' James Cook pulls off unreal feat not seen since 1992 Thurman ThomasThe Bills are dominating in their AFC East clash with the Dolphins Thursday night and running back James Cook is having a game to remember.Mike Gianakos ·
James Cook running the ball in a Buffalo Bills uniform next to Thurman Thomas running the ball in a Buffalo Bills uniform as Cook tied Thurman with three first half touchdowns for the bills record.
Bills' Terrel Bernard exits Dolphins game with apparent troubling injuryThe Bills star linebacker was forced to exit the team's Week Two matchup with the Dolphins due to an injury.Mike Gianakos ·
Terrel Bernard in Buffalo Bills uniform with a red and white first aid symbol as Bernard exited the Bills game with an injury and the bills injuries could add up against the dolphins.
Packers DC issues strong promise to fans after Week 1 lossThe Packers gave up 34 points to the Eagles in their season opening loss and the team's new defensive coordinator takes the blame.Mike Gianakos ·
Quay Walker and Jaire Alexander in Green Bay Packers uniforms looking unhappy with defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley in yelling as the coach promises improvements on defense.
Ja'Marr Chase claims Bengals, not Chiefs, are team to beat in AFCStar wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase made the bold claim that his Bengals are the best in the AFC prior to a matchup with the Chiefs.Mike Gianakos ·
Ja'Marr Chase saying "We the best" Joe Burrow beside him, both in Bengals jerseys, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce behind them as Chase says Bengals are better than Chiefs amid Chase contract holdout.
Josh Allen's hilarious 'not normal' review of Keon ColemanThe Bills rookie receiver has impressed quarterback Josh Allen on the field and off with his authentic and unusual personality.Mike Gianakos ·
Josh Allen in a Buffalo Bills uniform and Keon Coleman in a Buffalo Bills uniform as Allen had praise for the Bills rookie Coleman.
Raiders' Gardner Minshew ripped by reporter in wild hot mic momentThe Raiders face a hungry Ravens team in Week Two and at least one reporter believes quarterback Gardner Minshew is in trouble.Mike Gianakos ·
Gardner Minshew in a Las Vegas Raiders uniform looking unhappy next to a microphone with noise waives coming out of it as a hot mic caught a reporter bad-mouthing the Raiders Minshew, expecting the raiders QB to get a beating against the ravens.
Aaron Rodgers' 'relaxed' message after 49ers blowoutThe Jets lost an ugly game to the 49ers on Monday Night Football but the veteran quarterback knows it's far too early to panic.Mike Gianakos ·
Aaron Rodgers in a New York Jets uniform smiling and wearing sunglasses as he's relaxed despite Jets week one loss to 49ers on Monday Night Football.
Red Sox's James Paxton drops retirement bombshellThe Red Sox veteran lefty starter's season ended with a partially torn calf in August and now he will officially retire after 11 seasons.Mike Gianakos ·
James Paxton in a Boston Red Sox uniform with a tear drop coming from one eye as Paxton is injured and will retire after the season as a red sox pitcher.
Aaron Boone's reason for leaving Jasson Dominguez out of Wednesday's lineupThe Yankees finally called top prospect Jasson Dominguez up to the majors but manager Aaron Boone is sitting the young outfielder Wednesday.Mike Gianakos ·
Aaron Boone and Jasson Dominguez in a New York Yankees uniform as Boone is holding top prospect Dominguez out of the game against the Royals in favor of alex verdugo and dominguez is benched for Wednesday.
Kumar Rocker's excited take on MLB promotion, Jack Leiter reunionThe Rangers will promote the organization's top pitching prospect Kumar Rocker as Texas clings to dwindling playoff hopes.Mike Gianakos ·
Kumar Rocker pitching in a Texas Rangers uniform as Rocker will make his MLB debut with the Rangers and join jack leiter in rangers rotation.
Phillies' Kyle Schwarber has uncertain status amid upper-body issueThe Phillies have been red hot and Kyle Schwarber has been their best offensive weapon but the slugger could miss time with an elbow issue.Mike Gianakos ·
Kyle Schwarber batting in a Philadelphia Phillies uniform with a red and white first aid symbol as Schwarber is hurt and might miss time and the phillies can't afford to miss schwarber home run power as phillies playoffs depend on a healthy lineup.
Aaron Rodgers' start vs. 49ers leaves Colin Cowherd making blunt admissionAaron Rodgers made his long-awaited return for the Jets but Colin Cowherd doesn't think the team has what it takes to contend for a title.Mike Gianakos ·
Colin Cowherd looking unhappy angry and Aaron Rodgers in a New York Jets uniform throwing a pass as Cowherd had harsh criticism for Rodgers and the Jets in his 2024 debut which ended up a jets loss.
Tigers pay special tribute to James Earl JonesThe Tigers honored legendary actor James Earl Jones with a scene from Field of Dreams after he passed away on Monday.Mike Gianakos ·
James Earl Jones from the movie Field of Dreams with Comerica Park/Detroit Tigers logo behind him as the tigers paid tribute to jones whose tribute was field of dreams scene.
Yankees' Austin Wells jumps Colton Cowser as AL ROTY betting favoriteThe Yankees' catcher has been excellent in his first season and now he has surpassed the Orioles' outfielder as the favorite to win ROY.Mike Gianakos ·
Austin Wells batting in a New York Yankees uniform and Colton Cowser batting in a Baltimore Orioles uniform as Wells has surpassed Cowser as Rookie of the Year frontrunner/betting favorite.
Yankees' Austin Wells reveals his 2024 season turning pointThe Yankees catcher is having an excellent first season in pinstripes and he could edge out the competition for AL Rookie of the Year honors.Mike Gianakos ·
Austin Wells batting in a New York Yankees uniform as he explains what turned his season around and Wells could win Rookie of the Year for the Yankees.