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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

Panthers GM Scott Fitterer: 'A lot of people really went to bat' for QB Baker Mayfield

Carolina general manager Scott Fitterer made it clear the club did its homework and heard positive things about Mayfield.

Francisco Alvarez 'not an immediate option' for Mets at DH

Some wondered if Alvarez could potentially be an option for the big-league Mets this summer, but team president Sandy Alderson poured cold water over the idea.

GM: Panthers to have 'open competition' between Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold

Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer insisted Mayfield and Darnold will participate in an "open competition" for the job during training camp and the preseason. 

Colin Cowherd links 49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo with Seahawks

This is the second time this week that Garoppolo and the Seahawks have been linked. 

Stage 10 of Tour de France halted by protesters

French climate action group Dernière Rènovation claimed responsibility for this latest incident.

NFL, NFLPA post-hearing briefs in Deshaun Watson case due Tuesday

It was previously reported that the NFL and NFL Players Association were scheduled to submit written post-hearing briefs to disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson on Monday.

Mets SS Francisco Lindor gives himself 'B' grade on season so far

Lindor added he's "happy with where I am at" even though he wasn't named an All-Star.

Penguins keeping Evgeni Malkin could be 'problematic'

It's a real possibility that Malkin departs Pittsburgh in free agency.

Tottenham's Son Heung-min: Grueling training 'very important ahead of a long season'

Tottenham Hotspur players and coaches are preparing for the upcoming 2022-23 European calendar in South Korea.

Tiger Woods: 'Who? Me, retire? No, no, no, no. I'm not retiring'

It's understandable some would wonder ahead of this week's Open Championship at St. Andrews if Woods is considering riding off into the sunset.

Steelers' Najee Harris ranked 8th among RBs for 2022 NFL season

Harris had a strong rookie season but has more to prove to mentioned among the top tier of NFL running backs. 

Heinz on Acrisure Stadium: Steelers 'found a new partner willing to pay significantly more than we could justify'

For better or for worse, Monday was a historic day for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as the club confirmed that Heinz Stadium will now be known as Acrisure Stadium.

Royals' Whit Merrifield has consecutive games-played streak end at 553

Kansas City Royals infielder Whit Merrifield left Sunday's 5-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians with right toe discomfort. That issue prevented him from starting in the opening game of Monday's doubleheader against the Detroit Tigers and also cost him an impressive streak. 

Cowboys, Dalton Schultz reportedly 'have not spoken in weeks' about long-term contract

Per Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News, there has been no progress in contract negotiations between Dalton Schultz and the Cowboys.

Former Cowboys, Bears RB Marion Barber III died from heat stroke

Barber was found June 1 during a welfare check.

Steelers DT Daniel Archibong on reserve/retired list

It appears that the Pittsburgh Steelers unexpectedly have an open roster spot ahead of the start of training camp and on the same day they confirmed that what was previously Heinz Field is now known as Acrisure Stadium.

Mets star Pete Alonso will attempt to defend back-to-back Home Run Derby titles

New York Mets slugger and first baseman Pete Alonso will participate in this year's Home Run Derby scheduled to take place next Monday at Dodger Stadium.

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence has 'greater appreciation for winning' after rookie season

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence admitted that his debut campaign taught some difficult lessons while speaking with Fox Sports' Colin Cowherd.

Acrisure reportedly paying over $10M per year for Steelers naming rights

To compare, SoFi pays $20 million per year for the naming rights of the home of the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers.

Penguins re-sign forward Alex Nylander on one-year contract

The two-way deal runs through all of next season and holds an average annual value of $750K. 

Robinson Cano to make Braves debut Monday vs. Mets

Robinson Cano is starting at second base and batting ninth against his former employer.

Steelers confirm Heinz Field is now Acrisure Stadium

Reports surfaced early Monday claiming that Heinz Field, home of the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers, would soon be rebranded as Acrisure Stadium. The Steelers confirmed that news Monday afternoon.

Olympic volleyball silver medalist Kim Glass injured in attack in Los Angeles

Women's volleyball player Kim Glass won a silver medal for Team USA at the 2008 Beijing Olympics but is in the headlines on Monday for a much different reason.

Lightning re-sign goaltender Maxime Lagace on one-year, two-way contract

Goaltender Maxime Lagace originally joined the Tampa Bay Lightning as a free agent last summer.