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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

Home run derby to break ties in future MLB All-Star Games?

The next MLB All-Star Game, scheduled to occur at Dodger Stadium on July 19, could come down to a home run derby between the AL and NL squads if the contest is deadlocked after nine innings of play. 

Joe Pavelski signs one-year, $5.5M deal to stay with Stars

Pavelski leads the Stars with 59 points and 37 assists this season, and he's third on the team with 22 goals.

Grand jury decides not to indict Texans QB Deshaun Watson

Watson could still lose civil lawsuits brought against him and ultimately face an NFL suspension for an unknown portion of the 2022 season. 

Joe Buck reportedly leaving FOX Sports to join Troy Aikman at ESPN

It appears that speculation that Buck would join his former FOX partner at ESPN will prove true. 

MLB players not vaccinated against COVID-19 unable to play at Blue Jays

COVID-19 continues to have an impact on the sporting world. 

Samuel Adams honoring Tom Brady with 'Greatest of Ale Time' beer

The Boston brewery will honor the Patriots legend with a special brew. 

Eagles, All-Pro center Jason Kelce agree to one-year deal worth $14 million

Kelce will continue to anchor Philadelphia's offensive line. 

Bobby Wagner calls out Seahawks over handling of release

Wagner indicated that he didn't find out about the move from the team. 

Malcolm Butler reportedly visiting Texans on Friday

One-time Pro Bowl cornerback Malcolm Butler was last seen facing an opposing offense on an NFL field in a meaningful game during the 2020 season while with the Tennessee Titans.

Barclays temporarily suspends Chelsea FC bank account amid sanctions

It was reported Thursday that Chelsea are not permitted to sign new players, offer new contracts to current players, sell new tickets for future matches, or complete new merchandise sales as part of the sanctions.

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.