Stephanie Apstein

Joined: Jan 1, 2011

Stephanie Apstein is a senior writer covering baseball and Olympic sports for Sports Illustrated, where she started as an intern in 2011. She has covered 10 World Series and two Olympics, and is a frequent contributor to SportsNet New York's Baseball Night in New York. Apstein has twice won top honors from the Associated Press Sports Editors, and her work has been included in the Best American Sports Writing book series. A member of the Baseball Writers Association of America who serves as its New York chapter vice chair, she graduated from Trinity College with a bachelor's in French and Italian, and has a master's in journalism from Columbia University.

Olympics

Olympics Opening Ceremony a Fitting Tribute to Paris and Its People

Olympics

U.S. Gymnastics Takes on Its First Olympic Opponent: Cardboard Beds

Ohtani celebrates after defeating the USA in the World Baseball Classic at LoanDepot Park.

MLB

Bryce Harper, Shohei Ohtani Making the Case for MLB Players to Be at 2028 Olympics

Olympics

18-Year-Old Fencer Colin Heathcock Is Ready to Bring Home Gold for Team USA

Martinez has been at the heart of the Mets' turnaround over the last few months.

MLB

J.D. Martinez Turned His Free Agency Woes Into Fuel for the Revamped Mets

After considering retirement due to a lack of interest, the six-time All-Star found a home in Queens—and has made New York's decision to sign him well worth it.

Lugo succeeded for years out of the bullpen but a consistent starting role was always what he was after.

MLB

Seth Lugo's Bet on Himself Has Resulted in Sudden Success As a Starter

The 34-year-old waited season upon season to get into his desired role, but his patience and perseverance have paid off in a major way.

Strahm struck out the only batter he faced in the seventh inning of Tuesday's All-Star Game.

MLB

Matt Strahm’s Baseball Card Belt Could Become MLB’s Newest Fashion Trend

The Phillies reliever sported a belt made out of his baseball cards at this week’s All-Star Game festivities, bringing attention to a small business owner.

Olympics

Gabby Thomas Has Dreams of a Career in Healthcare, but for Now, She’s Set on Winning Olympic Gold

The 27-year-old Harvard grad is always looking for her next challenge. First up: chasing a medal at this summer’s Games.

Scholten represents District 1 in the Iowa House of Representatives.

MLB

Iowa State Lawmaker Makes His Pitch in a Pinch

Some people want to keep politics out of sports, but 44-year-old Iowa state representative J.D. Scholten saved his local pro team by pitching a gem Saturday on a few hours notice.

Sunisa Lee, Hezly Rivera, Jade Carey, Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles were selected for the 2024 U.S. Olympic women's gymnastics team on Sunday night.

Olympics

Simone Biles Headlines a U.S. Gymnastics Team of Olympic Veterans and a Teenager

For the first time since 1952, the American women’s team features four returning Olympians—plus a 16-year-old newcomer—after a string of injuries during trials.

Olympics

Inside Suni Lee’s Difficult Journey Back to Gymnastics Ahead of the Paris Olympics

The aftermath of an Olympics triumph often brings sudden change and challenges. But the reigning all-around champion is back for more, competing for a spot in Paris.