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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

England's Bukayo Saka asks social media to combat racist abuse

England's Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were targets of online racist abuse after they missed their spot kicks during Sunday's penalty shootout loss to Italy in the UEFA European Championship final. 

Patriots' Cam Newton: 2021 season is 'put-up or shut-up time'

Newton combined eight touchdown passes with 10 interceptions and 12 rushing scores during the 2020 campaign, but he often appeared to lack the necessary arm strength to routinely compete at the highest level.

Stars won't protect goaltender Ben Bishop for Seattle expansion draft

Instead, Dallas will protect veteran goalie Anton Khudobin. 22-year-old Jake Oettinger is not eligible for the expansion draft.

Conor McGregor: UFC knew about stress fractures before loss to Dustin Poirier

Neither the UFC nor Nevada State Athletic Commission had commented on McGregor's video as of early Thursday afternoon.

Blue Jackets' Matiss Kivlenieks 'saved' Elvis Merzlikins, pregnant wife on night of tragic death

Kivlenieks and Merzlikins were reportedly attending a wedding celebration for Columbus goaltender coach Manny Legace’s daughter that weekend. 

MVP Aaron Rodgers close to returning to Packers?

Unless Rodgers is legitimately willing to sit the 2021 season out, multiple signs are pointing to him leading the Green Bay offense again this fall.

Veteran OF Adam Eaton signs with Angels

Eaton was slashing .201/.298/.344 with five home runs and 28 RBI across 58 games.

Dodgers ace Trevor Bauer has administrative leave extended to July 27

Bauer's administrative leave has been extended to July 27 amid disturbing allegations of sexual assault against the 30-year-old starter.

Yankees 'have eyes' for Rangers All-Star Joey Gallo?

As is often the case for the Bronx Bombers, they could be looking for some left-handed hitting help ahead of the trade deadline. Enter Texas Rangers outfielder and two-time All-Star Joey Gallo. 

Nine NFL teams have hit 85 percent COVID-19 vaccination threshold

Nine NFL teams have now reached the 85% COVID-19 vaccination threshold among players that allows for the loosening of health and safety protocols related to the virus.

Penguins' Teddy Blueger re-signs on two-year contract

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Teddy Blueger earned a new contract with his play during the 2020-21 NHL season.

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.