Ryan Phillips

Ryan Phillips is a seasoned writer with extensive experience in digital media. He has been working in this field since 2009, spending eight years at The Big Lead before joining Sports Illustrated in 2024. Phillips co-hosts The Assembly Call Podcast about Indiana Hoosiers basketball and has previously worked at Bleacher Report. He is a proud San Diego native and a graduate of Indiana University's journalism program. His reporting focuses on Major League Baseball, the Olympics, Formula 1, and the NBA among other sports topics.

Biography:  https://www.si.com/author/ryhanphillips

91%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

98%

Examples:

  • Any team acquiring Crochet would want him for the postseason, but would also have few reasons to sign him to an extension.
  • I was a little surprised and taken aback by how they went about it, considering I had a conversation with his agent the night before. That’s not exactly the tactic I would have taken, being a former player.
  • We understand why a stance would be taken like that. How you go about expressing that, was a bit hurtful, quite honestly, considering we could have handled it a little bit differently and still accomplish what everyone wanted to accomplish.

Conflicts of Interest

98%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • Bearman impressed in his F1 debut, finishing 7th at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after qualifying 11th.
  • Crochet expressed his desire to start last season, pitching just 12.4 innings in relief.
  • Haas could have an entirely new lineup next season with Nico Hulkenberg signing with Kick Sauber and Kevin Magnussen’s contract expiring.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Any team acquiring Crochet would want him for the postseason, but would also have few reasons to sign him to an extension.
  • The communication had been very strong between Garrett and I and his agency... I was a little surprised and taken aback by how they went about it, considering I had a conversation with his agent the night before. That’s not exactly the tactic I would have taken, being a former player.
  • Trading for Crochet was already a big risk, but now with his contract and usage demands, it just became a whole lot riskier.

Recent Articles

Garrett Crochet's Unusual Trade Demands: Contract Extension and Refusal to Pitch in Bullpen Complicate White Sox Deals

Garrett Crochet's Unusual Trade Demands: Contract Extension and Refusal to Pitch in Bullpen Complicate White Sox Deals

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet's trade demands for a contract extension and refusal to pitch in relief have complicated potential deals, despite his Cy Young-caliber season and dominance in strikeouts. His injury history and uncertainty surrounding availability could limit trade value.
Steve Kerr and LeBron James: A Winning Partnership at the 2024 Olympics

Steve Kerr and LeBron James: A Winning Partnership at the 2024 Olympics

Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Steve Kerr, Team USA's head coach for the 2024 Olympics, admires LeBron James' work ethic and leadership during practices. Their history includes four consecutive NBA Finals. Impressed by James' focus and charisma, Kerr leads undefeated Team USA with him seeking his first gold medal.
Mason Miller Throws MLB's Fastest All-Star Game Pitch at 103.6 mph, Strikes Out Ohtani and Turner

Mason Miller Throws MLB's Fastest All-Star Game Pitch at 103.6 mph, Strikes Out Ohtani and Turner

Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 Mason Miller broke the MLB All-Star Game record for fastest pitch with a 103.6 mph throw against Trea Turner and Shohei Ohtani, securing his first career win in the event.
British Racing Star Oliver Bearman Joins Haas F1 Team for 2025, Finished Impressive 7th Place Debut with Ferrari

British Racing Star Oliver Bearman Joins Haas F1 Team for 2025, Finished Impressive 7th Place Debut with Ferrari

Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024 British racing driver Oliver Bearman, 19, joins Haas F1 team for 2025 after impressive Formula 1 debut with Ferrari. Bearman rose through ranks in Ferrari academy and finished 3rd in Formula Three, winning four races in Formula Two. Haas currently seventh in constructors championship with 19 points.
Mike Budenholzer Named New Phoenix Suns Coach: NBA Champion Takes Reins from Frank Vogel on $50M Deal

Mike Budenholzer Named New Phoenix Suns Coach: NBA Champion Takes Reins from Frank Vogel on $50M Deal

Broke On: Friday, 10 May 2024 Newly-hired Phoenix Suns coach Mike Budenholzer, an Arizona native and NBA champion with the Milwaukee Bucks, signs a five-year deal worth over $50 million. He brings a championship pedigree to the Suns, who finished 49-33 in 2023-24 but were swept out of the playoffs. Budenholzer led the Atlanta Hawks to four straight winning seasons and was named NBA Coach of the Year in 2015. He will now lead a roster featuring Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, and Devin Booker.