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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

Reds' Joey Votto exits game with left thumb injury

Cincinnati Reds star first baseman Joey Votto attempted to check his swing in the bottom of the fourth inning of Wednesday's game against the Chicago White Sox when his left thumb was struck by a pitch.

49ers could sit Trey Lance behind Jimmy Garoppolo for multiple seasons?

It appears the 49ers are not ruling out anything with regard to the quarterback position.

Postponed Manchester United-Liverpool match rescheduled for May 13

The Premier League and English Football Association are investigating exactly what happened on Sunday and could slap United with punishments such as a fine, point deduction or a stadium closure for a future event.

Blue Jays moving back to Buffalo on June 1

Wednesday's update comes as no surprise, as the Blue Jays had already begun renovations and upgrades to make Sahlen Field feel more like an MLB home.

Bills GM Brandon Beane would cut unvaccinated player to loosen restrictions

Beane said he'd like to avoid potential "headaches" and inconveniences that would come with having unvaccinated individuals among Tier 1 personnel.

Mets' Jacob deGrom shut down for 'few days' with lat inflammation

Right-hander Miguel Castro was scheduled to start for the Mets on Tuesday in deGrom's place.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott: 'I can go play in a game right now'

Ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft completed this past weekend, Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters that quarterback Dak Prescott is "on track" in his rehabilitation from the compound fracture and dislocation of his right ankle that he suffered back on Oct.

Rangers wanted Tom Wilson indefinitely suspended, furious over lack of punishment

The Rangers and Capitals play again Wednesday night. 

Brewers' Christian Yelich returns to IL with back strain

Milwaukee Brewers two-time All-Star and one-time National League Most Valuable Player Christian Yelich just can't get right this spring.

Tony Khan suggests Jaguars will sign Tim Tebow as tight end

We've seen Tebow as a QB, but who knows how he can performs as a tight end.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin likely out Wednesday but 'in good shape' for playoffs

Washington Capitals superstar forward Alex Ovechkin has been dealing with a lower-body injury since April 22 and then played only 39 seconds before leaving Monday's win at the New York Rangers. 

Mets' Jacob deGrom scratched vs. Cardinals due to side tightness

Things are quickly going from bad to worse for the New York Mets.

Lakers' LeBron James likely out at least two more games due to ankle

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James missed considerable action with a high-ankle sprain before a brief return that ended early during Sunday's loss to Toronto. It appears he'll miss more time to nurse the ankle.

Texans owner doesn't 'have anything new' on QB Deshaun Watson amid lawsuits

It remains unlikely any team will actively pursue the 25-year-old until his status for the upcoming campaign is known. 

Nationals activate Juan Soto, Will Harris from IL

Soto may not return to the lineup until he can serve as a designated hitter playing at the New York Yankees this weekend.

Larry Fitzgerald 'likes' Cardinals' offseason moves but hasn't made decision on playing

Fitzgerald appeared in 13 games last season and recorded 54 receptions for 409 yards and a touchdown. He turns 38 years old in August.

Cardinals reliever Jordan Hicks heads to IL with elbow inflammation

Hicks experienced discomfort throwing against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday and underwent an MRI to evaluate the seriousness of the problem.

Deion Sanders: HBCU players were 'neglected and rejected' in NFL Draft

Sanders wasn't the only individual to speak out about the lack of HBCU players involved with this year's draft.

Rangers' Artemi Panarin out for season following Tom Wilson incident

Wilson was not disciplined for appearing to slam Panarin to the ice via a move that some have said should've resulted in a lengthy ban.

Hornets' Miles Bridges out for rest of regular season due to health and safety protocols?

Bridges has averaged 12.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game while shooting 50.6% from the field and 40.5% from three-point range.

Report: Mets manager Luis Rojas 'safe' for now

The Mets did part ways with hitting coach Chili Davis and assistant Tom Slater.

Phillies' Bryce Harper may go on IL with sore wrist?

Philadelphia Phillies star slugger Bryce Harper first injured his left wrist when he was struck by a 97-mph fastball in last Wednesday's game versus the St. Louis Cardinals.

Giants' Daniel Jones played through 'serious' injury in 2020?

Giants QB Daniel Jones injured his right hamstring in a win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Nov. 29, sprained his ankle in a loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Dec. 13, and never looked the same while playing in the final two games of the season. 

Marlins' Paul Campbell suspended 80 games for PED violation

Before Monday's development, Campbell appeared in five games this season and posted a record of 0-2 with an 8.74 ERA in 11.1 innings.