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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

Brewers' John Axford done for at least 2021 season with elbow injury

The remarkable return of relief pitcher John Axford to both the Milwaukee Brewers and MLB may have ended, for good, on Wednesday.

Texans QB Deshaun Watson has ankle, calf injuries

The latest twist in the ongoing saga involving Houston Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson came Tuesday when the 25-year-old missed practice for what was first an undisclosed reason. 

Jets' Pierre-Luc Dubois to wear No. 80 in honor of late Matiss Kivlenieks

The hockey community continues to mourn the loss of Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks, who tragically died in a fireworks-related accident last month.

Patriots OC Josh McDaniels: Offense 'makes more sense' to Cam Newton this year

The starting gig for the beginning of the regular season remains Newton's to lose until further notice.

Roughly 500 COVID-19 cases suspected to be linked to Bucks' championship run

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services does note, however, that it can't be determined how many individuals caught the virus either at the arena or at viewing gatherings.

Colts head coach Frank Reich on injured QB Carson Wentz: 'This is Carson's team'

Wentz is expected to miss five to 12 weeks after having surgery on his foot.

Two-time All-Star Victor Oladipo staying with Heat on one-year deal

Oladipo likely won't return to competitive action until at least the midway point of the 2021-22 season.

Bryson DeChambeau addresses vaccine decision after testing positive for COVID-19

DeChambeau missed out on competing at the Summer Olympics after he tested positive for COVID-19.

Inter Milan: Christian Eriksen 'in excellent physical and mental shape' after cardiac arrest

Eriksen collapsed during his nation's UEFA European Championship opener against Finland and was resuscitated via CPR and a defibrillator.

Giants' Logan Ryan, Evan Engram 'great' after practice brawl

Such incidents are common throughout training camps, and Ryan told reporters on Wednesday he and Engram were discussing lunch plans shortly after head coach Joe Judge vented his anger.

Naomi Osaka pulls out of U.S. Open tuneup in Montreal

Osaka withdraws from another event with the U.S. Open rapidly approaching. 

Agent defends CB Jeff Gladney after Vikings release him

The Minnesota Vikings released cornerback and 2020 first-round draft pick Jeff Gladney on Tuesday after he was indicted on a felony domestic violence charge regarding an alleged April incident involving a former girlfriend.  Brian E.

PG Kendrick Nunn joining Lakers on two-year, $10 million deal

Nunn quickly found a new home after Miami pulled its qualifying offer. 

Patrick Peterson urges Vikings players to get vaccinated against COVID-19

Eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback and new Minnesota Viking Patrick Peterson urged his teammates to complete their vaccination processes as soon as possible during his "All Things Covered" podcast. 

Ohio Valley Conference sues Eastern Kentucky, Jacksonville State over exit fees

It's not just big-name universities making headlines regarding payments linked with leaving conferences this summer.  

QB Ben Roethlisberger could play for Steelers in 2022?

It's not a forgone conclusion that 2021 will be Roethlisberger's last one in Pittsburgh. 

Yankees' Jordan Montgomery positive for COVID-19

It was learned Monday evening that New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole would not be making his scheduled start for Tuesday's game against the Baltimore Orioles

Colts QB Carson Wentz has 'very successful' foot surgery

It was learned Monday that Wentz will be sidelined anywhere from five to 12 weeks as he recovers from the setback.

Mets' Jacob deGrom dealing with elbow inflammation, to have MRI

Tuesday's update essentially guarantees Jacob deGrom won't take the bump against big league hitters before September. 

27 NFL teams hit 85% COVID-19 vaccination threshold

There's more good news as the league prepares to begin the preseason with Thursday's Hall of Fame Game. 

Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson misses practice for unknown reason

The Texans reportedly want a minimum of three first-round draft picks in a trade for Watson at a time when logic suggests no would-be buyer would relinquish such valuable assets.

Big 12, Pac-12 commissioners meeting to discuss potential partnership

A merger could be on the table, or the leagues could form a scheduling alliance that would involve member institutions facing off on a yearly basis.

Dak Prescott not throwing, out for Hall of Fame Game

Dallas is embracing a "more conservative" approach to handling Prescott's shoulder setback.

Christian Eriksen returns to Inter Milan for first time since cardiac arrest

Eriksen met with Inter director Beppe Marotta and is undergoing tests after he had successful surgery to have a defibrillator implanted in June.