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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

Formula 1 cancels Russian Grand Prix after Ukraine invasion

Yet another sports entity has distanced itself from Russia following the country's invasion of Ukraine earlier this week.

Christian Eriksen could make Brentford debut Saturday eight months after cardiac arrest

He officially signed for Brentford before the January transfer window closed and began training with the club earlier this month.

Giants interested in Mitchell Trubisky?

Questions remain about Daniel Jones' long-term future in New York and the new Giants' regime is familiar with Trubisky. 

Alexander Zverev given maximum fine after violent outburst

The incident revolved around the chair umpire during a doubles match Zverev was participating in. 

Eric Bieniemy returning to Chiefs as OC on one-year deal

After missing out on a head coaching job, Bieniemy will return to the Chiefs. 

Bruins' Brad Marchand must 'move forward within the rules' after latest ban

Bruins star Brad Marchand is on track to return from the six-game suspension, and he knows he's on thin ice going forward.

Report: 'No substantive progress' in lockout talks between MLB, MLBPA

Midnight is approaching, and the MLB Opening Day schedule set for March 31 is even closer to turning into a pumpkin.

Buccaneers, Steelers betting favorites to land Russell Wilson in trade

The overwhelming belief is that Wilson will remain with the Seahawks, but if he is moved Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh appear to be the early favorites.

Barcelona, Napoli players hold 'Stop War' banner before Europa League match

Soccer players and teams across Europe used Thursday matches to condemn the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. 

49ers' Jimmie Ward doubts Tom Brady will come out of retirement

At this point, an NFL fan would likely have to be actively avoiding rumors to not know seven-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Tom Brady has been linked with a trade that would allow him to play for the San Francisco 49ers, his favorite childhood team, through at least the 2022 season.

Report: Bengals season tickets not sold out for 2022

One would think "Bengals Fever" would be at an all-time high among local fans, but the club has not yet sold all season tickets for 2022.

Nets' Seth Curry: Ben Simmons doesn't owe 76ers an apology

Seth Curry, Ben Simmons' teammate on the 76ers and now with the Nets, says the former No. 1 overall pick doesn't owe Philadelphia an apology for wanting to get out of there after the fallout of last year's playoffs.

Leicester City fan sentenced to four months, banned 10 years after FA Cup assault

19-year-old Cameron Toner pleaded guilty on Thursday to assaulting Forest's Brennan Johnson, Keinan Davis and Djed Spence.

New Dolphins OC Frank Smith 'super excited' to work with QB Tua Tagovailoa

Smith spoke about the club's quarterback situation on Wednesday and, like his boss, backed Tagovailoa. 

Ukraine asks FIFA, UEFA to ban Russian teams from competitions after invasion

Even before Russia's troubling invasion of Ukraine began Wednesday evening ET, UEFA was reportedly considering relocating the Champions League final set to occur in the Russian city of Saint Petersburg on May 28.

Report: 'Multiple teams' willing to trade for Deshaun Watson if criminal situation resolved

It's unclear if Watson will be banned from playing during at least a portion of the 2022 campaign via the commissioner's exempt list or a suspension.

Ukrainian Premier League suspended; footballers appeal for help to leave

Russia's invasion of Ukraine that began Wednesday evening ET continues to impact the international sports world ahead of the weekend.

Bruins' Brad Marchand expected to play Thursday at Kraken

Brad Marchand was dealing with a "personal family matter" earlier in the day and is expected to rejoin the Bruins Thursday morning. This, presumably, will make him available to take the ice in Seattle. 

MLB games will be canceled, season shortened if lockout goes past Monday

MLB owners confirmed that the lack of an agreement by the end of Monday will result in the cancellation of regular-season contests that won't be rescheduled.

Bengals star safety Jessie Bates wants to avoid franchise tag

Cincinnati can retain Bates' rights through 2022 via the franchise tag, but he wants no part of that. 

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst says he never promised to trade Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers hasn't yet announced a final decision on his future.

Nets' Kyrie Irving 'excited' relaxed vaccine rules could allow him to play home games

Nets coach Steve Nash made it clear Irving is looking forward to playing in front of home fans. 

Browns raising ticket prices despite disappointing season

Despite the Browns' inability to reach any of their preseason goals, they announced Wednesday they're raising ticket prices for 2022. 

Cavaliers' Lauri Markkanen could return Thursday at Pistons?

Markkanen has been sidelined since he went down with a high-ankle sprain against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Jan. 22 and missed 11 consecutive contests before the All-Star break. 

HC Ron Rivera: Commanders 'have a lot to offer' a franchise QB

Rivera compared Washington's current situation to what the Bucs went through in 2020 and the Rams experienced this past season after those franchises made big moves for proven quarterbacks.