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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

Mets' Michael Conforto, Jeff McNeil head to IL with hamstring strains

That pair will join ace Jacob deGrom and nine other Mets players on the IL.

Report: Cavaliers may part ways with GM Koby Altman

The Cavs also could keep Altman but have him serve under a to-be-hired president of basketball operations.

Man carrying Bibles breaks into PSG star Neymar's home

A man picked a peculiar and frightening way to attempt to discuss religion with Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar.

Fully vaccinated NFL personnel no longer required to wear masks at team facilities

One day after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention loosened mask recommendations for individuals fully vaccinated against COVID-19, the NFL followed suit. 

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin pausing contract talks until after playoffs

The two sides have paused contract talks until Washington's playoff run ends, either in defeat or with another title. 

Phillies' J.T. Realmuto cleared from COVID-19 IL

Realmuto reported symptoms often linked with coronavirus cases on Wednesday and was placed on the IL.

Report: Representative for Deshaun Watson alleged victims wanted to discuss 'working things out'

ESPN's Sarah Barshop reports the Worldwide Leader has reviewed text messages and a recording that show somebody associated with Buzbee's side contacted Hardin's team "to discuss 'working things out" between the star signal-caller and the reported victims. 

Broncos WR DaeSean Hamilton suffers torn ACL?

Denver was apparently trying to trade him before he got hurt.

Report: Texans haven't communicated with attorneys in Deshaun Watson case

Attorney Tony Buzbee, who is working on behalf of the plaintiffs, suggested the Texans had gotten involved in supposed settlement discussions. 

Lakers' LeBron James questionable Saturday at Pacers

James missed six weeks with the high-ankle sprain he originally suffered playing against the Atlanta Hawks on March 20 and then aggravated the injury in his second game back on May 2.

Browns' Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah: 'My heart is 100 percent healthy'

Eyes were raised when it was learned that Owusu-Koramoah was previously diagnosed with a heart issue that scared off some clubs and possibly caused the highly rated prospect to fall to the second round. 

Justin Fields wants to win Bears starting QB job over Andy Dalton

It's the rookie vs. the veteran in the Windy City.

Nets' Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kyrie Irving expected to play Saturday vs. Bulls

The Brooklyn Nets are on track to have their three most important pieces on the court together ahead of the upcoming playoffs.

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur 'wants' Aaron Rodgers back but has no update

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur also couldn't offer any groundbreaking news on the subject when speaking with reporters on Friday. 

NHL wants answer on Canada-USA travel by June 1

Current quarantine restrictions would prohibit American-based teams from playing in Canada without observing isolation periods. It seems, however, that all involved are hopeful a temporary team relocation won't be necessary. 

MLB reports increase in positive COVID-19 cases and vaccinations

MLB had its roughest week of the 2021 campaign as it pertains to COVID-19 since the season-opening series between the New York Mets and Washington Nationals was scrapped.

Tony Buzbee says he didn't approach Deshaun Watson attorney about settlements

Watson has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and still does not face any criminal charges. His status for the 2021 NFL season remains up in the air.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski stars in PSA promoting COVID-19 vaccine shots

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski earned Professional Football Writers of America Coach of the Year honors and the 2020 Associated Press NFL

Brewers' Corbin Burnes has record end at 58 strikeouts before first walk

Despite the loss, Burnes now also holds the record for most strikeouts without a walk at any point of a season.

Deshaun Watson attorney says he's been approached about settlements

Rusty Hardin, who is representing Deshaun Watson, released a statement Thursday responding to lawyer Tony Buzbee previously stating his clients aren't considering settling the cases out of court. 

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. avoids serious ankle injury in loss to Blue Jays

Braves manager Brian Snitker confirmed after the defeat that X-rays on Acuna's ankle were negative and that the two-time Silver Slugger is considered day-to-day.

Broncos releasing WR DaeSean Hamilton after no trade emerges

The Denver Broncos wanted to trade wide receiver and 2018 draft selection DaeSean Hamilton ahead of or during this year's draft. No buyer emerged, however.

Gleyber Torres tests positive for COVID, is Yankees' eighth 'breakthrough' case

The Yankees have said that all eight individuals who tested positive, including Torres, are vaccinated and, thus, are considered "breakthrough" positives.