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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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Naomi Osaka to play in U.S. Open tune-up in Montreal

Osaka remains on track to play in the upcoming Summer Olympics in Tokyo, and event organizers for the National Bank Open held in Montreal from Aug. 9-15 confirmed Wednesday the 23-year-old will participate in that tournament. 

NFL responds to Richard Sherman burglary domestic violence arrest

The NFLPA responded to the news without directly mentioning the cornerback as well.

British No. 1 Dan Evans tests positive for COVID-19, out of Olympics

For the second straight day, a high-profile tennis player from Great Britain had to withdraw from the upcoming Summer Olympics in Tokyo due to testing positive for COVID-19.

Big 12 commissioner urges football players to get COVID-19 vaccine shots

Practically every top-tier sports entity operating last fall, including Big 12 football, experienced disruptions, postponements and cancellations linked with the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Giants head coach Joe Judge again offers high praise for QB Daniel Jones

New York Giants head coach Joe Judge has only held the job since January 2020 but will soon have to determine if he's willing to risk his position with

Bruins sign defenseman Brandon Carlo to six-year, $24.6 million extension

The 24-year-old played in 27 regular-season games for the Bruins during the 2020-21 campaign and recorded three goals and one assist.

Details emerge from Richard Sherman's arrest for burglary domestic violence

A police spokesman told ESPN a person placed a 911 call from a residence at 2 a.m. PT claiming an adult male family member who did not live there was attempting to force his way into the home.

Seahawks' Russell Wilson has 'gotten closer' with Pete Carroll after drama

Wilson assured all during an appearance on "The Dan Patrick Show" that everyone is on the same page heading into training camp sessions that open later this month.

Bill Cowher: Ben Roethlisberger 'thriving' on proving doubters wrong

Former Steelers head coach Bill Cowher had some positive remarks about his old signal caller when speaking to the media Tuesday.

Sharks' Josef Korenar re-signs on one-year contract

Goaltender Josef Korenar has one more reason to celebrate "Shark Week."

USMNT hero Ethan Horvath signs with Nottingham Forest

United States backup goalkeeper Ethan Horvath went from being somewhat of an anonymous figure to a national hero after he replaced an injured Zack Steffen

Bears' Allen Robinson 'not expected' to sign extension before deadline

Stop us if you've heard this one before: Chicago Bears star wide receiver Allen Robinson won't be signing a contract extension with the club anytime soon.

Jets' Marcus Maye not expected to sign extension before deadline

It's understandable the Jets would have Maye complete at least one contract year knowing they could tag him a second time next March. 

Mets considered a reunion with Yoenis Cespedes during season's first half?

With the Mets facing numerous injury setbacks during the first half of the current season, at least somebody within the organization considered a reunion involving the 35-year-old. 

Could MLB move events from Texas due to controversial election laws?

This year's All-Star Game was moved from Atlanta to Denver.

Steelers' Cassius Marsh: Patriots 'treat players like crap'

Marsh played nine games with the Pats in 2017.

Pelicans expected to hire Willie Green as head coach?

The New Orleans Pelicans are reportedly close to finding their replacement for former head coach Stan Van Gundy.

Former first-round pick Paxton Lynch hopes CFL stint leads to NFL return

The Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League announced in late June they signed Lynch, but the 27-year-old recently admitted during a videoconference the CFL wasn't necessarily his first choice for the next step of his career. 

Britain's Johanna Konta to miss Olympics after testing positive for COVID-19

British No. 1 Johanna Konta was forced to withdraw from Wimbledon ahead of the tournament after a member of her team tested positive for COVID-19.

Steelers OL Trai Turner 'excited' about fresh start after rough 2020

The Pittsburgh Steelers took a flier on Turner via a one-year "prove it" contract last month after the team parted ways with veteran David DeCastro.

Conor McGregor out through end of year due to medical suspension?

Even before Tuesday's development, logic suggested McGregor wouldn't physically be recovered from this latest setback before the end of the year.

Report: Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger 'obsessed' with weight loss, diet

Whether or not a change in diet can help him return to his best form so late in his career has yet to be seen.

Boris Johnson to meet with Facebook, Twitter after England players receive racist abuse

The spokesperson didn't clarify specific requests Johnson could make during the discussion. 

Eight NFL teams hit 85% COVID-19 vaccination threshold

The news regarding NFL players getting fully vaccinated against COVID-19 continues to improve as the start of training camp approaches.