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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

Novak Djokovic to return at Monte Carlo Masters next month

After missing a pair of U.S. events, Djokovic will return to the court next month. 

Raiders reportedly will release LB Cory Littleton

The Raiders have informed Littleton they'll be releasing him after the new league year opens next Wednesday.

Former Vikings CB Jeff Gladney not guilty of assault

A jury unanimously found former Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney not guilty on Thursday. The 25-year-old faced up to 10 years in prison had he been convicted. 

WR Sterling Shepard takes pay cut to stay with Giants

Across just seven games this past season, Shepard recorded 36 receptions for 366 yards and one touchdown.

NFL reporter Mike Florio: 'I think Tom Brady is going to be the QB of the San Francisco 49ers'

Mike Florio continues to insist that Tom Brady has merely "retired" from the Buccaneers as a way to force a move to the 49ers.

Eagles nearly traded for Falcons' Calvin Ridley before gambling suspension?

The Philadelphia Eagles were on the cusp of acquiring Ridley this winter — or so they believed.

Thomas Tuchel 'still happy' at Chelsea despite sanctions

Chelsea Football Club endured as unique a day as any Premier League side has seen in recent memory.

Commanders QB Kyle Allen to become free agent

Washington will not tender restricted free agent Kyle Allen, a decision that will cause the 26-year-old to hit the open market.

Michigan's Juwan Howard: Indiana loss offered 'a lot of teaching moments'

This probably wasn't the type of return to in-game action Michigan Wolverines head coach Juwan Howard envisioned at the start of the midweek.

Blues' Pavel Buchnevich in concussion protocol, out Thursday vs. Rangers

Buchnevich did not participate in Wednesday's practice session and didn't skate Thursday morning. The 26-year-old is considered day-to-day. 

Teams waiting to trade for Jimmy Garoppolo due to 49ers' cap issues?

As things stand today, the 49ers are nearly $5 million over the cap and must get their books under the cap before the new year opens next Wednesday. 

Maple Leafs netminder Jack Campbell out at least two weeks with rib injury

Petr Mrazek moves up the depth chart and becomes Toronto's starter in Campbell's absence.

Pro Bowl LB Bobby Wagner could land with Rams or other NFC West team

Wagner could soon be giving Seattle multiple rough days each season.

Shirt sponsor Three suspends partnership with Chelsea after owner is sanctioned by government

Hyundai and Zapp are also reportedly "reviewing their relationships" with Chelsea, as are other business partners.

Stars stalwart defenseman Miro Heiskanen out indefinitely with mononucleosis

It appears the 22-year-old will continue to be sidelined for some time.

Texans QB Deshaun Watson could be traded as soon as Wednesday?

Per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Watson could be traded "when the new league year begins" next Wednesday if the grand jury does not indict him on felony charges.

Former teammate thinks 49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo delayed surgery to diminish trade value?

Joe Staley's comments came shortly after a report linked Jimmy Garoppolo with the Indianapolis Colts following their trade of Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders

MLB postpones Opening Day until at least April 14 amid lockout

The MLBPA called MLB's decision to cancel more games "completely unnecessary."

Michigan coach Juwan Howard takes 'full ownership' for actions that caused suspension

Juwan Howard served a five-game suspension for striking the head of Wisconsin Badgers assistant coach Joe Krabbenhoft while in a post-contest handshake line on Feb. 20. 

Novak Djokovic out of Indian Wells, Miami Open

Djokovic won't participate in the U.S. events. 

Seahawks GM on releasing All-Pro Bobby Wagner: 'This is an extremely difficult day'

The Seahawks parted ways with a pair of franchise icons this week. 

Colts 'grew frustrated' with QB Carson Wentz throughout 2021 season

A new report states that the marriage between quarterback Carson Wentz and the Colts franchise soured not too long after Indianapolis' famous trade with the Philadelphia Eagles that the NFL processed last March. 

Ravens OT Alejandro Villanueva announces retirement

Villanueva was a two-time Pro Bowl selection. 

Chargers WR Mike Williams: Staying with Justin Herbert 'was huge'

Cash was likely a huge factor in Mike Williams' final decision to sign an extension with the Chargers, but, as the cliche teaches, money is not all that matters in such negotiations.