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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

Mike McCarthy: Dak Prescott on track in rehab from ankle injury

The 27-year-old two-time Pro Bowler is expected to be ready for training camp sessions and preseason games.

NHL teams may not be allowed to travel to and from Canada for playoffs?

The NHL is asking that the Canadian government give the North Division winner and its opponent special permission to travel without completing mandatory quarantines, but the league could relocate the Canadian club to the U.S. for the remainder of its playoff journey if necessary.

WR DeVonta Smith on size concerns: 'We're not bodybuilders'

Smith appeared on NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" on Tuesday and responded to those who would suggest he won't be able to take hits delivered by NFL defensive players. 

Bears WR Allen Robinson explains why he signed franchise tag

Robinson said he could potentially put pen to paper on a long-term agreement with the Bears before the 2021 season begins. 

NHL announces seven-year broadcasting deal with Turner Sports

The deal includes up to 72 regular-season games, postseason contests and Stanley Cup Final matchups airing on both TNT and TBS.

Packers could trade up in draft again?

The Green Bay Packers traded up in the 2020 NFL Draft order to select quarterback Jordan Love, and it sounds like GM Brian Gutekunst might look to move up once again in this week's draft.

Rockets' John Wall done for season with hamstring injury

Houston Rockets star guard John Wall won't take the court again this season.  Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reports that the 30-year-old with a worrisome injury history is out for the rest of the season with a hamstring issue.

Packers GM: Aaron Rodgers will 'be our QB for the foreseeable future'

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is signed through the 2023 NFL season but may have a future hosting the popular quiz show “Jeopardy!” when he's ready to call time on his playing days.

Angels' three-time MVP Mike Trout returns from bruised elbow

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout missed three games due to the bruised left elbow he suffered when he was struck by a pitch in Thursday's contest at the Houston Astros. 

Browns' Baker Mayfield: 'I'm a firm believer in UFOs and Sasquatch'

Love him or hate him, you can't say Mayfield isn't interesting.

Flames' Noah Hanifin to have season-ending shoulder surgery

Calgary Flames defenseman Noah Hanifin suffered a shoulder injury during Saturday's 5-2 win against the Montreal Canadiens.  Per the NHL's website, Flames coach Darryl Sutter confirmed on Monday that Hanifin will undergo season-ending surgery to repair the issue.

Baker Mayfield 'looking forward' to having Odell Beckham Jr. back

Last fall, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield attempted to squash the notion that his offense played better after star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. He did so again.

Cavaliers' Larry Nance Jr. likely out for season with broken thumb

Nance missed over a month with a fractured left hand earlier this year, and the 28-year-old was recently out for seven games due to a non-coronavirus-related illness that caused him to drop roughly 20 pounds.

Former Steelers, Cardinals OT Marcus Gilbert announces retirement 

Veteran offensive tackle Marcus Gilbert announced on Monday that he's retiring.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic under investigation for 'alleged financial interest in a betting company'

Ibrahimovic could face a fine of over $109,000 and a ban from any football-related activities for up to three years.

Chris Weidman out six to 12 months with broken leg

Weidman suffered a horrific and graphic broken leg seconds into his match versus Uriah Hall at Saturday's UFC 261 pay-per-view.

Alex Ovechkin day-to-day with lower-body injury, expected to be fine for playoffs

COVID-19 outbreaks and reschedulings have left the exact start of the postseason in question, so Ovechkin may have a few extra days to recover from any lingering setbacks.

Cowboys two-time Pro Bowl LB Sean Lee retires after 11 seasons

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Sean Lee was one of the best players at his position when fully healthy.

NHL broadcasts to move from NBC to TNT?

The NHL and NBA are reportedly set to be television neighbors across multiple networks.

Lions considering trading down in NFL Draft?

The Detroit Lions officially acquired quarterback Jared Goff from the Los Angeles Rams last month in a trade that involved sending signal-caller Matthew Stafford to Los Angeles.

Tiger Woods smiling, on crutches in photo from Florida home

Golf living legend Tiger Woods has largely remained silent while recovering from the serious injuries he suffered in a one-vehicle crash on Feb. 23. 

All-Pro Tyrann Mathieu to talk new contract with Chiefs after NFL Draft?

Kansas City could use the franchise tag to retain Mathieu's rights in 2022, but Orlando Brown is also out of contract following the upcoming season and could be tagged if he and the Chiefs don't come to terms on an extension this spring or summer.