Controversy between Deadspin and Barstool Sports

After the new owners of Deadspin laid off all employees, Dave Portnoy from Barstool Sports celebrated the news. Deadspin has a history of attacking Barstool and its owner, and has faced controversies of its own, including accusations of racism and defamation lawsuits.

Deadspin under new management with entire staff fired

Left-wing sports news site Deadspin sold to European firm Lineup Publishing, entire staff fired, locked out of systems. Recent woke scandal involving false accusation of racism against a child also contributed to the decision. Parent company G/O Media owned Deadspin since 2019.

Deadspin Staff Layoffs

Deadspin staff were informed via email that the outlet was sold by G/O Media, with the new parent company not retaining any of them. Staff were locked out of their accounts and had to leave immediately.