TheJetsBlog.com & SportsNet New York Agree to Partnership

Posted on March 31st, 2008 by Bassett

sny.pngAs of last week, we are proud to announce that the ‘home of the Mets, Jets and all things New York sports’ has added another blog to their growing web presence, TheJetsBlog.com. After a few months of phone calls, meetings and contract negotiations, TheJetsBlog.com and SportsNet New York have agreed to enter into a formal partnership.

Can you believe it? It’s a long way from starting as a means of catharsis from moving to the New England in 2004, but it’s true!

TheJetsBlog.com will be standing alongside other excellent sources of information like Matt Cerrone’s Metsblog, WasWatching and GiantsFootballBlog.

We at TJB are very excited about working more closely with SNY. TJB is growing faster than we could have imagined and partnering with an organization with hundreds of hours of on-air programming a year about the Jets, excellent access to our favorite team and a rapidly growing brand were serious factors in our decision.

That said, the two most important factors of us entering any agreement like this were that we wanted to make sure the organization understood what us blogger-types were all about and if we would be allowed to retain all editorial control.

SNY is equally committed to increasing their brand on the web as well as on TV. As a newer media outlet, it’s clear that SNY understands the place and potential of new media — specifically blogs — a topic that is obviously very close to our heart.

Although we are in the middle of a self-imposed site re-design, for the most part, much of what you have become accustomed to seeing in terms of content on TJB will not change.

We the writers and editors at TJB will maintain editorial control of the site — this was one of the very first things that SNY was eager to stress they wanted TJB to keep — proof enough that SNY truly wanted to partner with what TJB was already doing (rather than hijacking a writer) and thus build both organizations.

From time to time, you commenters have noted that you would love to see what TJB could do with more access. Keeping in mind that Tannenbaum & Mangini run a tight ship, with this partnership in place we hope to have better access to the team, players, media analysts and information which will allow us to create even better content than you’ve seen to date.

It’s possible that you’ll see us pop up in other places from time to time like the Draft or Training Camp, but for now, let’s take it one day at a time and see what opportunities present themselves. With SNY able to help, our leverage and access will be greatly increased — all to the benefit of you the readers.

Stay tuned for news later this week about our Draft Weekend Party!

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56 Responses to “TheJetsBlog.com & SportsNet New York Agree to Partnership”

  1. subwayfare, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:14 pm Said:

    Congrats. Best of luck on your venture.

  2. 96debacle, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:17 pm Said:

    Congrats Basset and Bent!!!!
    Sounds like more good things to come!

  3. Bundgaard, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:18 pm Said:

    Wohoo! Congratulations Brian :-D

  4. Jonathan, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:28 pm Said:

    congrats, guys. this blog and sny on directv keep me connected to my jets, despite living in dc.

  5. Addage, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:33 pm Said:

    Also Congrats. Those SNY guys must be smarter than they look. Maybe you can help them bring the Jets TV show up to your content standards.

    You certainly have earned the increased footprint and recognition.

  6. david i, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:37 pm Said:

    Congrats!

  7. TimNY, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:43 pm Said:

    Congrats. Drinks are on Bassett!

  8. Frank J, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:43 pm Said:

    Congrats . . . this is the premier source for JETS info

  9. miketorse, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:44 pm Said:

    Great job. I’m happy for you Brian.

  10. TFP, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:55 pm Said:

    Thank God you didn’t partner with Dolan Media

  11. P in CO, on March 31st, 2008 at 4:57 pm Said:

    Congrats YO!

    Moving up like George and Wheezie!

  12. SackDance99, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:01 pm Said:

    WOW, that’s awesome!

  13. Vbsiena24, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:29 pm Said:

    Great news! Congratulations!

  14. Ilan, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:38 pm Said:

    Congratulations. Hope this means you get to make some money.

  15. droseatwork, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:45 pm Said:

    I think I could anchor SportsNite

  16. Jeff, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:48 pm Said:

    Congrats Basset and all the guys in charge of the site! I’ve been coming to this site since 2004 and it is the best blog for all Jets related news. I wish I was on the staff to enjoy this w/ u guys, but I feel like part of the family since I’ve been going on here!

    Hey Bassett dont forget the little guys (me), who’ve been contributing for years! Hey if there is anything I can do to contribute Im always here.

  17. 18andOne, on March 31st, 2008 at 5:50 pm Said:

    Congrats, all the hard work you’ve put in is just beginning to pay off in a big way!

  18. Johnny Styne, on March 31st, 2008 at 6:39 pm Said:

    As John Huston said in Chinatown, “You may think you know what you’re dealing with, Mr. Gittes, but believe me, you don’t.”

  19. dbatesman, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:09 pm Said:

    You guys are by far the best Jets blog out there, and one of the best blogs for any team in any sport. Congrats on the new opportunity–you guys deserve all the success in the world. Can’t wait to see how things grow around here.

  20. dakar, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:12 pm Said:

    congratz guys…i’ve been coming here for a few months now and i think its 1 of the best jets sites there is…especially with all the different kinds of scenarios the jets fans bring to the table…and it seems its gonna get better…good for you bass and bent…

  21. phshaw, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:12 pm Said:

    Very well deserved guys. This is a testimony to your consistently excellent work.

  22. JustAGreenGuy, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:33 pm Said:

    Congrats. This site is the first place I go when I should be working. I hope this is just the tip of the iceberg for the sites success.

  23. jerry, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:46 pm Said:

    Well-deserved and earned congratulations.

  24. Doug from Long Valley, on March 31st, 2008 at 7:49 pm Said:

    Congratulations and very well deserved. SNY is very fortunate to have TJB on board, you will be a perfect complement to their on-air programs.

  25. pound4pound, on March 31st, 2008 at 8:03 pm Said:

    Congratulations! Couldn’t happen to a better site.

  26. Murray, on March 31st, 2008 at 8:13 pm Said:

    Congrats! You guys deserve it, you do a phenomenal job!

  27. ED, on March 31st, 2008 at 8:56 pm Said:

    Well done. Congrads!

  28. Prince, on March 31st, 2008 at 9:10 pm Said:

    Congrats, Bassett. You deserve it!

  29. Brandon "You're With Me"reweather, on March 31st, 2008 at 9:15 pm Said:

    nice job, bassett (and Co.). I take it you haven’t informed sny of your yankee leanings though? you may want to start rooting for the “good guys” to keep this partnership strong.

  30. jerry, on March 31st, 2008 at 9:39 pm Said:

    Bent is a Mets fan, so they’ve got that covered.

  31. Nikolas, on March 31st, 2008 at 10:19 pm Said:

    Basset , Bent and Contributors congratulations. You deserve more!

  32. RK, on March 31st, 2008 at 10:44 pm Said:

    Great job guys, glad to hear the news

  33. ian, on March 31st, 2008 at 11:16 pm Said:

    congratulations to all of you at thejetsblog. it’s a testament to the hardwork that bassett and co. put in on a daily basis.

    bassett gets today’s kewpie doll. ;)

  34. dakar, on March 31st, 2008 at 11:48 pm Said:

    the media made up the story about woody and his faith with tangini…but i dont understand how gary meyers can write something like he did without it having some truth to it…i mean do these people just make shii up as they see fit…if so…thats not being a profesional and im glad i dont buy the daily news paper…lol…just my thoughts…

  35. We’re Not All Fan Boys : Sports Media Journal, on April 1st, 2008 at 5:34 am Said:

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  36. BaltimoreJet, on April 1st, 2008 at 9:10 am Said:

    Awesome – I read this blog and Metsblog way too much, so it’s good to see that both are being recognized for the quality that they produce. At least I am “wasting” my time on quality websites.

    Keep it up.

  37. JP, on April 1st, 2008 at 9:16 am Said:

    Basset, congrats, well deserved. Best of luck and continued success –and here’s to hoping that thejetsblog can maintain its high level of discourse and insightful posts from the community!

  38. Najy, on April 1st, 2008 at 9:18 am Said:

    Someone should ban “Kevin Velez” from this site.

  39. Bent, on April 1st, 2008 at 9:53 am Said:

    Consider it done.

  40. Jeff Clark, on April 1st, 2008 at 9:56 am Said:

    wonderful news, couldn’t happen to a better guy

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  42. SackDance99, on April 1st, 2008 at 10:48 am Said:

    Bent, Bassett and Co., now that you have an SNY connection, make sure that Brooklyn Decker (a frequent contributor to SNY) finds her way to the masthead! And, for those of you who have never seen Brooklyn (the future Mrs. Andy Roddick), here’s a look:

    http://web.sny.tv/media/player/mp_tpl.jsp?w=mms%3A//a1503.v222062.c22206.g.vm.akamaistream.net/7/1503/22206/v0001/mlb.download.akamai.com/22206/2008/daily/03/032708_dnl_unc_400.wmv&type=v_free&_mp=1

  43. Rich, on April 1st, 2008 at 11:20 am Said:

    Great news! Please don’t change! And, I hope that this isn’t an April Fool’s story!!

  44. Zenlaw, on April 1st, 2008 at 11:29 am Said:

    Congrats guys. Please don’t forget us little comment people on your way up the ladder.

  45. Dave75, on April 1st, 2008 at 11:31 am Said:

    Good Luck guys, Congrats. Go Gang Green!!!

  46. Doctor K, on April 1st, 2008 at 11:43 am Said:

    In the words of Peter Gabriel, “BIG TIME!!”

  47. billvv, on April 1st, 2008 at 11:56 am Said:

    Your great writing has attracted a great readership. Both are to be congratulated!

  48. Bent, on April 1st, 2008 at 12:12 pm Said:

    In the words of Bjork, “BIG TIME SENSUALITY”.

  49. greepills, on April 1st, 2008 at 1:06 pm Said:

    In the words of the late, great, Notorious BIG

    “IF YOU DONT KNOW, NOW YOU KNOW, $#^^@”

    Congrats B!!

    Jet fans of the world….get ready for a monstrous season!!!!!

    J E T S….JETS JETS JETS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  50. wahooRuss, on April 1st, 2008 at 2:09 pm Said:

    congrats guys. I’m relatively new to frequenting the site. However, from what I’ve seen in the last 2+ months you guys deserve it. I’m excited for the potential you’ll have with more access to all things Jets.

  51. stopmikelupica, on April 1st, 2008 at 5:50 pm Said:

    That’s great news, Bassett. Many congrats!

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  55. Mike, on April 2nd, 2008 at 8:45 pm Said:

    Congratulations! Thanks for running a great blog. I look forward to seeing what happens with the resources of SNY behind you.

  56. 5w30, on April 6th, 2008 at 9:57 pm Said:

    How much is Snigh paying? I could blog for them, too.

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