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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

Cristiano Ronaldo upset because he was 'insulted' by South Korea player

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was apparently left fuming over an insult from South Korea's Cho Gue-sung and not because he was subbed off during Friday's World Cup game. 

Pele reportedly improving, still in hospital with respiratory infection

It was learned earlier this week Pele had been hospitalized due to what was referred to as "generalized swelling." A later report said that he was dealing with bronchopneumonia.

Man who caught Roger Maris' 61st home run baseball dies

Maris famously passed Babe Ruth in October 1961 to set a then-MLB single-season home-run record that stood until the famous chase of 1998 involving Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. McGwire defeated Sosa by reaching 70 round-trippers but had his mark beaten by Barry Bonds when Bonds hit 73 homers in 2001.

Josh McCown wants to follow similar path to Jeff Saturday into coaching

It's unclear if any NFL club or top-tier college program plans to interview McCown for an opening, but his name has surfaced in the past. 

Rams HC Sean McVay hints Matthew Stafford isn't thinking about retirement

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport raised eyebrows last month when he suggested it isn't guaranteed Stafford will return for the 2023 season after the 34-year-old was evaluated for concussions twice across a few weeks. McVay doesn't seem so sure about that.

Joe Montana sets realistic expectations for Browns debut of Deshaun Watson

Hall of Famer Joe Montana has set realistic expectations for Deshaun Watson's regular-season debut for the Cleveland Browns.

Jerry Jones compliments LeBron James

The remarks come after James pressed media members "to keep the same energy" regarding the photo of Jones that went viral that they displayed for Brooklyn Nets All-Star guard Kyrie Irving sharing a link to a movie and book that contain antisemitic tropes.

Patriots' Bill Belichick defends Mac Jones over viral outburst

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has defended Mac Jones over the quarterback's outburst that went viral during Thursday's loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner reportedly more willing to 'chase' Aaron Judge than Brian Cashman

It appears New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner, and not general manager Brian Cashman, may be leading the charge to re-sign Aaron Judge this fall. 

Mike Piazza 'praying' Jacob deGrom re-signs with Mets

Piazza believes Mets fans should cherish what the two-time National League Cy Young Award winner gave them even if he signs elsewhere, but he certainly hopes deGrom stays put.

49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo says Dolphins 'were in the conversation' to trade for him

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has named the Miami Dolphins as one of the clubs that possibly considered trading for him last offseason.

Insider reveals where 'Mets people' think Jacob deGrom will sign

As much as the Mets need a fully healthy deGrom in their rotation next year, he may also need what's been his only MLB home if he hopes to cash in this fall or winter. 

Buccaneers' Mike Evans on not clicking with Tom Brady: 'I have to be better'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans has pointed a finger only at himself for why he isn't completely clicking with quarterback Tom Brady this fall.

Vikings' Patrick Peterson: 'I don't have any beef with Kyler Murray'

Peterson clarified comments made earlier this week about Murray and his priorities. 

Cowboys' Dak Prescott responds to controversial Jerry Jones photograph

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has addressed the controversial photograph from 1957 featuring team owner Jerry Jones.

Football legend Pele reportedly has bronchopneumonia

There's a new and concerning health update on football living legend Pele amid the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

NFL accused of 'hiding' Deshaun Watson, Browns-Texans game

A massive number of NFL fans will not have local television access to quarterback Deshaun Watson making his Cleveland Browns regular-season debut. As Jesse Pantuosco of Audacy shared, Sunday's game between the 4-7 Browns and 1-9-1 Houston Texans will air locally only in a handful of media markets.

Mike Milbury blasts Bruins announcer after comments about Lightning's Pat Maroon

Former "NHL on NBC" personality Mike Milbury is among the noteworthy individuals who have criticized Boston Bruins announcer Jack Edwards over comments Edwards made about Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pat Maroon.

Aaron Judge reportedly 'very close to 50-50' between Yankees and Giants

All-Star slugger Aaron Judge may be on the cusp of announcing his free-agency decision. 

Deshaun Watson dodges non-football questions in first post-suspension presser

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson embraced a "stick to football" mentality while speaking with reporters on Thursday. 

Insider clarifies Russell Wilson report

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero has attempted to explain his original report about Wilson.

Patriots' Bill Belichick reportedly 'all-in' on Mac Jones amid Tom Brady rumors

It appears New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick may not be all that interested in a reunion with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady.

Former MLB GM says Yankees must improve offer to re-sign Aaron Judge

Former New York Mets general manager Steve Phillips has made it known he believes the New York Yankees must up their offer to hang onto Aaron Judge. 

Broncos players defend Russell Wilson after report said he lost locker room

Members of the Denver Broncos have defended quarterback Russell Wilson after a report said he "lost" some members of the locker room. 

Shaun King: Buccaneers' Tom Brady is 'deteriorating'

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Shaun King has offered an unflattering assessment of Tom Brady.