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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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Kings' Dustin Brown to retire after 18 seasons

Brown will hang up the skates after one final playoff run with the Kings. 

Texans could 'be in the mix' for Jimmy Garoppolo, Baker Mayfield after NFL Draft?

Lovie Smith has repeatedly said that Davis Mills will be his starting quarterback for the upcoming season, but the Texans could bring in a more realistic option to be QB1.

Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog on track to return for Game 1 of playoffs

Avalanche star forward and captain Gabriel Landeskog hasn't played since he underwent knee surgery back on March 14, but coach Jared Bednar told reporters on Tuesday Landeskog would hopefully be back "with the group here sometime this week."

Dez Bryant thinks Deebo Samuel should stay with 49ers?

The former wide receiver suggested Samuel think twice about forcing his way out of San Francisco. 

Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger 'pretty content' with retirement

Roethlisberger admitted during an appearance on Pittsburgh's WDVE on Thursday he's "pretty content" with his decision to walk away from the NFL.

Mauricio Pochettino says he, Kylian Mbappe will '100%' stay with Paris Saint-Germain

It was said back in February that Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino and star forward Kylian Mbappe could both leave France for moves to Real Madrid following the 2021-22 season.

Darryl Strawberry suggests confrontational approach to Mets' HBP issues

The Mets are off Thursday but may find themselves in an emotional battle when they host the rival Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.

Could Panthers trade for Baker Mayfield after first round of 2022 NFL Draft?

As of Thursday afternoon, both the Carolina Panthers and Seattle Seahawks seem to be in no hurry to trade for Cleveland Browns wantaway quarterback Baker Mayfield.

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin to miss second straight game with upper-body injury

Ovechkin has been sidelined since he appeared to injure his left arm and/or shoulder when he crashed into the boards early in the third period of this past Sunday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Cardinals pick up fifth-year option on QB Kyler Murray

Murray is now on track to earn a fully guaranteed salary of $29.703 million for the 2023 season unless the signal-caller and his employer come to terms on a long-term extension this spring or summer. 

Mets' Pete Alonso on HBPs: 'It’s dangerous and there are consequences whether it’s on purpose or not'

During Tuesday night's game between the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals held at Busch Stadium, Mets slugger Pete Alonso was struck in the helmet with an errant pitch that left him enraged.

NFL writer predicts Seahawks will acquire Baker Mayfield

One NFL writer went out on a limb in his draft predictions, going so far as to call Mayfield to the Seahawks a "lock."

MLB 'will continue to monitor' Mets' hit-by-pitch frustrations

The New York Mets entered Wednesday afternoon's game at the St. Louis Cardinals holding the MLB lead for hitters plunked by pitches this season with 18 after three different players were beaned on Tuesday night.

Panthers owner David Tepper: HC Matt Rhule has 'full support'

Rhule has had a rough first two years on the job but still has ownership's support. 

Watch: Mets, Cardinals brawl amid HBP controversy

The New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals probably won't be sending each other Christmas cards anytime soon.

Washington HC Ron Rivera: QB Carson Wentz creating a 'vibe that you’re looking for'

Ron Rivera poured cold water over any notion Carson Wentz is a questionable teammate when speaking with reporters during his pre-draft press conference. 

49ers reportedly unwilling to trade Deebo Samuel before 2022 NFL Draft

Samuel's status with the 49ers is still very much up in the air with the start of the draft quickly approaching. 

Dolphins' Jaylen Waddle: Tua Tagovailoa 'a great leader'

There are no longer any noteworthy whispers suggesting the Dolphins could replace Tagovailoa this spring or summer, so the offense is his until further notice.

Owner David Tepper: Panthers 'have a very good quarterback in Sam Darnold'

Tepper gave a vote of confidence to his quarterback even as the team has been linked to QBs in the upcoming draft as well as veteran options this offseason. 

Cardinals' Miles Mikolas disagrees with Mets' Chris Bassitt about beaned batters

Bassitt ripped Major League Baseball over the balls in use this season, but Mikolas disagreed with the argument. 

Ukrainian Premier League season terminated, no champion declared

It's unclear if Ukrainian clubs will be able to participate in European competitions such as the UEFA Champions League later this year.

Giants to decide on Daniel Jones' fifth-year option before 2022 NFL Draft?

The Giants have a decision to make regarding the near-term future of their quarterback. 

World No. 1 Iga Swiatek withdraws from Madrid Open with sore arm

It's a rare blip on the radar for Swiatek, who has won 23 consecutive matches and four straight titles, including the recent Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. 

Eagles 'making calls about moving up' in first round of 2022 NFL Draft?

The Philadelphia Eagles "have been among the most notable teams making calls about moving up" in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft.