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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

Guardians slugger Franmil Reyes to return against Twins

Reyes was in the middle of a frustrating slump when he hit the IL.

Mets recall Dominic Smith from Triple-A

Smith will get another opportunity to regain his form at the big league level. 

Steelers' Devin Bush entering 'make-or-break 2022 season'

After having his fifth-year option declined this offseason, Bush has plenty to play for in 2022. 

Steelers' Chase Claypool: 'I'm a top-three receiver'

While Claypool's confidence is commendable, he has a ways to go before he's the top receiver on his team, let alone one of the best options at the position in the entire NFL.

Mets' Francisco Lindor, Eduardo Escobar 'clean' Buck Showalter during pitching changes

Francisco Lindor and Eduardo Escobar have sparked a tradition of "messing" with Buck Showalter during pitching changes.

Steelers' Kenny Pickett reportedly 'has an uphill battle' to win starting QB job

Pickett has impressed some of his teammates but he may still be a long way from potentially winning the QB1 spot in Pittsburgh. 

Titans OC Todd Downing: 'We're lucky to have' QB Ryan Tannehill

Tennessee Titans veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill generated headlines when he remarked in May that he was "competing against" third-round draft selection Malik Willis and added that it wasn't his job "to mentor" the rookie.

RB Kareem Hunt wants contract extension with Browns

Hunt says his agent has spoken to the Browns "a little bit" regarding an extension.

DH Franmil Reyes on track to return to Guardians next week

Franmail Reyes remarked on Thursday he wants "to feel the hamstring is ready to play anywhere" Cleveland manager Terry Francona would want to use him upon his return.

Mets' Eduardo Escobar reportedly underwent tests after vision problems, dizziness

Across 60 games this season, Escobar has slashed .236/.301/.397 with five home runs and 25 RBI.

Giants LB Justin Hilliard suspended two games for PED violation

Hilliard explained that he mistakenly took his partner's prescription medication instead of his own.

Broncos QB Russell Wilson: Denver is a city 'that knows how to win'

"It’s been a blessing just to come here, just to come to an amazing city like Denver, to be a part of it with so many amazing teammates and great coaching staff," Wilson explained.

Mets' Tylor Megill shut down for four weeks with right shoulder strain

An MRI revealed Megill is now dealing with a right shoulder strain that will force him to be shut down from throwing for at least four weeks. 

Panthers trading for Browns' Baker Mayfield not 'imminent'?

Cleveland isn't yet ready to eat a massive chunk of the fully guaranteed $18.858 million Mayfield is owed for 2022 to complete a trade. 

Pro Bowler Wyatt Teller: Deshaun Watson 'perfect' for Browns offense

Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller offered high praise for the team's new signal caller on Friday.

Davidson to retire Stephen Curry's No. 30 jersey in August

Curry starred at Davidson from 2006 to 2009 and holds the school's all-time records for points, three-pointers, free throws, field goals and steals.

NFL reportedly wants Deshaun Watson suspended for one full season

There is yet another indication that the NFL is on the verge of dropping a ban-hammer down on Watson. 

Former NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer struck, killed pedestrian in accident

Clint Bowyer, a former NASCAR driver and current Fox Sports personality, was involved in a tragic accident this month.  According to TMZ Sports and The Associated Press (h/t ESPN), Bowyer struck and killed a woman on an exit ramp off of U.S.

WR Brandon Aiyuk: 49ers have 'special quarterback' in Trey Lance

Officially, there remain more questions than answers about who will start at quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers this fall. Veteran Jimmy Garoppolo

Report: NFL, NFLPA could reach negotiated punishment for Deshaun Watson

The status of Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson for the 2022 NFL season very much so remains up in the air as the summer months quickly approach.

Forward Sammy Blais signs one-year contract with Rangers

New York Rangers forward Sammy Blais did not get to take part in the club's exciting playoff run this spring, as he went down with a torn ACL in his right knee on Nov. 14 and missed the rest of the season.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dismisses links to Sean Payton

Almost immediately after Sean Payton surprised many in the football world by stepping down as head coach of the New Orleans Saints in January, he was linked with the Dallas Cowboys as a potential replacement for Mike McCarthy.

Christian Eriksen to leave Brentford for Tottenham or Manchester United?

The 30-year-old, who suffered cardiac arrest featuring for Denmark at the UEFA European Championship in June 2021, completed a remarkable comeback to competitive football and joined Brentford in late January.

Panthers HC Matt Rhule: 'Significant' upgrade could still replace Sam Darnold

Rhule added Darnold needs to work with offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo and the rest of the staff to convince everyone involved he deserves to be QB1 in September.

Steelers' Mitchell Trubisky: 'We’ve built a great quarterback room so far'

Mitch Trubisky will enter the summer months leading whatever quarterback competition the Steelers plan on staging during training camp and the preseason