New York Times Sports Staff Seeks Clarity Amid Turmoil with The Athletic

The New York Times sports department has sent a letter to the newspaper's leadership expressing concerns about the future of the section amid efforts to integrate The Athletic into the Times. The letter, signed by 28 writers and editors, questions the company's decisions without consulting their expertise and raises fears that the sports section may be shut down. The Times acquired The Athletic last year and has since sought to integrate it into its offerings. The letter also highlights concerns about potential job cuts and the impact on the Times' sports department, which has a long history and has won numerous awards.