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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

Dak Prescott knew he'd stay with Cowboys, vows to 'be ready when it matters'

Throughout the process of negotiating a long-term deal, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott kept the faith that "America's Team" would remain his NFL home. 

Marlins to use drone disinfectant program to clean ballpark

The Marlins currently intend to cap attendance for home games at roughly 25%. 

NHL returns to ESPN on seven-year deal

NHL games last aired on an ESPN network in 2004, although ESPN+ carries local broadcasts of games on its streaming service.

Panthers' Matt Rhule commits to Teddy Bridgewater as starting QB?

Bridgewater finished this past season 22nd with a 92.1 passer rating and 17th overall with a 64.2 total QBR.

Roger Federer wins in return after 405-day layoff

Federer underwent multiple knee operations in 2020 that, combined with COVID-19 restrictions and concerns, kept him sidelined through last month's Australian Open.

XFL, CFL exploring potential partnership

Because so little is known about discussions between the entities, it's nearly impossible to predict how a partnership that doesn't include a merger would play out.

Giants' Joe Judge backs TE Evan Engram

Evan Engram made the Pro Bowl this past season after making 63 catches for 654 yards and a touchdown.

NBA looking into Heat center Meyers Leonard's use of anti-Semitic slur

Miami Heat center Meyers Leonard appeared in only three games before he underwent season-ending surgery on his injured left shoulder but found himself

Yankees' Zack Britton out 3-4 months after elbow surgery?

New York Yankees left-handed relief pitcher Zack Britton is having a rough 2021.

NHL returning to ESPN on seven-year deal?

It's unclear which media partner, such as NBC, will share the NHL package with ESPN.

Are Giants worried about Saquon Barkley's health?

Giants general manager Dave Gettleman spoke with reporters on Tuesday and suggested he's not sold on paying Barkley the big bucks that would come with a second NFL contract this offseason.

Duke pauses in-person football activities due to COVID-19 cluster

The starts of college football seasons remain roughly half a year away, but COVID-19 nevertheless continues to present obstacles for programs during offseason preparations. 

Report: LB Lavonte David staying with Buccaneers on 'two-year,' $25M deal

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are looking to keep the figurative band as together as possible as they attempt to defend their Super Bowl title.

Packers don't place franchise tag on Pro Bowl RB Aaron Jones

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones is on track to become a free agent when the new NFL year opens next week.

Bears place franchise tag on WR Allen Robinson

Chicago officially made the move ahead of Tuesday's deadline to use the tag on leading receiver Allen Robinson.

Heat's Meyers Leonard uses anti-Semitic slur during video-game stream

Leonard underwent season-ending surgery on his injured left shoulder roughly one month ago. It turns out that was only the start of a period he'll likely soon wish he could forget.

PGA Tour not planning for COVID-19 vaccine passports for fans

Like other sports leagues and competitions throughout the United States, the PGA Tour is slowly but surely opening events to percentages of paying spectators as COVID-19 vaccine rollouts continue.

Ravens 'confident and committed' to signing QB Lamar Jackson to long-term contract

Baltimore Ravens starter and one-time NFL Most Valuable Player Lamar Jackson is such a quarterback who will eventually get paid and in a big way. 

Browns release veteran DE Adrian Clayborn

The transaction saves the Browns $3 million against the salary cap. 

Cleveland's Jose Ramirez, Franmil Reyes return after violating COVID-19 protocols

Cleveland manager Terry Francona told reporters that both Ramirez and Reyes addressed teammates after the recent violation. Francona added any punishments will be kept in-house. 

Joe Judge, Dave Gettleman commit to Daniel Jones as Giants QB

Jones has had an up and down start to his career, but he has the backing of the bosses.