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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

EXPERTISE:

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

GIants' Logan Webb will decline to plunk Aaron Judge on Opening Day

San Francisco Giants starter Logan Webb said that he did not plan on plunking Aaron Judge come Opening Day.

Manchester City's Kyle Walker won't face criminal charges over alleged flashing

Police were investigating Walker amid allegations that the 32-year-old exposed himself at a bar in Wilmslow, England, during a day off.

Penn State reportedly ready to pay head coach amid NCAA Tournament run

The Penn State Nittany Lions aren't yet finished with their ongoing NCAA Tournament journey, but have a massive off-the-court issue to address as soon as possible. 

Raiders' Jimmy Garoppolo explains news conference postponement

Eyebrows were raised when it was learned Thursday that Garoppolo's introductory news conference had been postponed and that he hadn't yet put pen to paper on his contract.

Mets' Brandon Nimmo mentions potential health issue with new MLB rules

New York Mets outfielder Brandon Nimmo has become the latest player to identify a potential issue regarding MLB's new pace-of-play rules embraced this year. 

Giants' Daniel Jones already texting new targets about workouts

The New York Giants paid Daniel Jones like a franchise quarterback, and he's acting like one ahead of the springtime months.

Tom Brady again declines to slam door shut on possible return

Free-agent quarterback Tom Brady has had numerous opportunities this winter to slam the door shut on a possible return to playing later this year. 

Myles Dread colorfully explains turning point for Penn State

The Penn State Nittany Lions have come a long way since they blew a 19-point second-half lead and fell to the Rutgers Scarlet Knights 59-56 on Feb. 26.

Insiders offer 'fixes' for WBC after injury to Mets' Edwin Diaz

For many, the lasting memory from the 2023 World Baseball Classic will involve New York Mets star closer Edwin Diaz suffering a likely season-ending injury while celebrating with teammates. 

Buccaneers GM insists Baker Mayfield will compete with Kyle Trask

It appears Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht heard suggestions that head coach Todd Bowles may favor quarterback Baker Mayfield over career backup Kyle Trask. 

Giants' Bobby Okereke vows to not 'rough' Daniel Jones

New York Giants linebacker Bobby Okereke knows he now has to be a little more careful with quarterback Daniel Jones following what happened this past January. 

Insiders: Jets trading for Packers' Aaron Rodgers may happen sooner than thought

New York Jets fans may not have to wait as long as some think for their team to acquire Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Yankees' Aaron Boone reacts to 'freak' injury to Mets closer Edwin Diaz

Yankees manager Aaron Boone offered some words on the heartbreaking leg injury sustained by Mets closer Edwin Diaz at the World Baseball Classic.

Bills GM provides update on Damar Hamlin's possible return to field

There's yet another indication that Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is serious about someday resuming his playing career following his terrifying medical emergency in early January. 

Buccaneers GM on going all-in with Tom Brady: 'Look at our rings'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht has zero regrets about going all-in with quarterback Tom Brady for the past three NFL seasons.

Mets' Justin Verlander, Brandon Nimmo react to Edwin Diaz injury blow

Both Nimmo and Verlander declined opportunities to participate in this year's World Baseball Classic, but Nimmo defended Diaz for taking part in the WBC.

Matt Harvey admits regrets over Game 5 of 2015 World Series with Mets

Former New York Mets starter Matt Harvey has admitted to some regrets regarding that famous Game 5 loss to the Kansas City Royals in the 2015 World Series.

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles reportedly favors Baker Mayfield over Kyle Trask

It appears the Tampa Bay Buccaneers may hold a quarterback competition in name only later this year. 

Mets star closer Edwin Diaz likely lost for season after WBC injury

The Mets confirmed that Diaz went down with a right patellar tendon tear that will require him to undergo surgery on Thursday.

Aaron Judge wants to reach secret goals he 'missed' in 2022

Slugger Anthony Rizzo, arguably Judge's closest friend among teammates, said even he can't get the 30-year-old to spill the beans. 

Mike Trout, Mookie Betts voice support for WBC after Edwin Diaz injury

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout isn't changing his feelings about the World Baseball Classic after the gruesome injury suffered by New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz on Wednesday night, nor is Mookie Betts.

XFL reinstates player accused of leaking offensive plays to other teams

If nothing else, Orlando Guardians quarterback Quinten Dormady certainly is having the most unique personal season of the latest XFL comeback.

Watch: Bills' Damar Hamlin appears on 'The Masked Singer'

The incredible recovery of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin continues to serve as the feel-good sports story, to date, of 2023. 

Justin Verlander discusses winning World Series with Mets

The Mets haven't won a World Series since 1986 and haven't been back to a National League Championship Series since they lost the 2015 Fall Classic.

Ravens reportedly considered two former Browns QBs as Lamar Jackson dangles

The Baltimore Ravens reportedly touched base with Baker Mayfield and Jacoby Brissett as they continue to wait out Lamar Jackson.