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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

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NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Tom Brady reportedly agrees to buy minority stake in Raiders

The biggest indication that quarterback Tom Brady is serious about remaining retired this time around arrived on Monday afternoon. 

Panthers' Bryce Young reveals what he learned from Tom Brady

Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback Bryce Young has addressed his recent much-publicized meeting with retired living legend Tom Brady. 

Xavi Hernandez addresses possible Lionel Messi return to Barcelona

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has addressed the possible return of Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi to the Catalan club.

Did Tom Brady cause Matt Ryan to choose CBS over Fox?

There's more information about why free-agent quarterback Matt Ryan joined CBS Sports as an NFL analyst this offseason. 

Steelers' Kenny Pickett reveals why teams wouldn't draft him

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett has revealed his hand size caused some franchises to look elsewhere during the 2022 NFL Draft. 

Francisco Lindor still owes Mets teammate a car

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor apparently hasn't yet embraced the famous saying: A promise is a promise.  Mike Puma of the New York Post shared on Friday that Lindor still owes teammate Jeff McNeil a car.

Former player and brother of Yankees manager says Aaron Judge glances 'not a good look'

Bret Boone, a former MLB All-Star and the older brother of Yankees manager Aaron Boone, talked about the optics of Aaron Judge's controversial glances against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Mets' Francisco Lindor addresses facing former team

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will embrace his past and present when he faces the Cleveland Guardians for the first time since that fateful Jan. 2021 trade.

49ers' Christian McCaffrey praises Brock Purdy amid Trey Lance rumors

Whatever happens with Lance, McCaffrey sounds eager to again share an offense with Purdy. 

Twins slugger relieved to no longer be with Yankees

The Yankees acquired Gallo from the Texas Rangers before the 2021 summer trade deadline, but the 29-year-old never found the form with the Bronx Bombers that made him a two-time All-Star as a Ranger.

Former Packers VP blasts NFL salary-cap myths

Former Green Bay Packers vice president Andrew Brandt doesn't want to hear about salary-cap restrictions, particularly when discussing contracts awarded to top-tier quarterbacks. 

Matt Ryan reveals more information about joining CBS

Free-agent quarterback Matt Ryan offered more information about why he joined CBS Sports as an NFL analyst this offseason. 

Eagles' A.J. Brown reveals how contract changed Jalen Hurts

Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown insists money won't change or distract quarterback Jalen Hurts.  "He’s a great guy, as y’all know," Brown said of Hurts during a news conference, as shared by Myles Simmons of Pro Football Talk.

Angels recruiting Shohei Ohtani with every win this season

The Los Angeles Angels aren't hiding that they're chasing victories both to earn a spot in the playoffs and to potentially convince two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani to stick around. 

Packers QB coach preaches patience with Jordan Love

Quarterbacks coach Tom Clements returned to the Green Bay Packers last year to work with Aaron Rodgers but is now tasked with getting Jordan Love ready to replace the future Hall of Famer. 

Panthers' Josh McCown addresses Bryce Young size concerns

Add quarterbacks coach Josh McCown to the list of individuals associated with the Carolina Panthers unconcerned about the size of rookie quarterback Bryce Young.

Yankees' Aaron Judge 'upset' over Blue Jays accusations

It sounds like New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge will have extra motivation to blast more home runs the next time he sees the Toronto Blue Jays. 

Why Jets may not become yearly hosts for Black Friday game

The New York Jets may not be a shoo-in for an annual Black Friday game.

Mets' Buck Showalter seemingly responds to 'no leadership' dig

Showalter offered those comments after retired infielder Jason Kipnis recently criticized the 2023 Mets for having "all those veterans and no leadership." Kipnis once played alongside Francisco Lindor.

Former agent explains how John Mara could be 'saving grace' for Giants star

A seemingly frustrated Barkley hasn't signed the tag, but Schoen doesn't need the 26-year-old in the team facility for what are largely meaningless springtime workouts.

Former Patriots RB believes Bill O’Brien can fix offense

James White wasn't with the Patriots during O’Brien's first stint with the organization but seemingly has heard positive things about what the coach should bring to a team that finished the 2022 campaign 8-9 and out of the playoffs. 

Tommy Pham offers blunt comments about Mets future

Veteran outfielder Tommy Pham understands he may be on borrowed time with the New York Mets if his offensive woes continue. 

Hal Steinbrenner suggests Yankees aren't 'World Series or bust'

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner doesn't agree with passionate fans who believe any season ending without a World Series parade is a complete disappointment.

Former teammate questions Francisco Lindor's leadership

Retired infielder Jason Kipnis spent five years as Lindor's teammate with Cleveland and said on the "Foul Territory TV" program he thinks the current Mets have "all those veterans and no leadership."

Former Patriots RB offers advice to QB Mac Jones

Former New England Patriots running back James White offered some advice to Mac Jones ahead of what could be a career-defining year for the young quarterback.