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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

Metropolitan Riveters withdraw from NWHL season due to COVID-19

According to the official statement, multiple members of the club tested positive for the coronavirus.

World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty may go back on hiatus following Australian Open

The 24-year-old surprised many when she opted to remain in Australia through the end of the year and not play in the US Open or defend her French Open crown at Roland-Garros. 

Thursday's Golden Knights-Blues game postponed due to COVID-19

One player and an additional member of the Golden Knights coaching staff were placed in the NHL's COVID-19 protocol.

UFC bantamweight Raquel Pennington suspended until May 17 for banned substances

Pennington informed USADA on Nov. 17 that she had inadvertently used two prohibited drugs while taking prescribed medications to treat an unspecified medical condition.

Tampa mayor issues outdoor mask order for Super Bowl and beyond

Those visiting Tampa, Fla., for the Super Bowl matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs will face fines if they don't wear proper face coverings. 

Released Seahawks OT Chad Wheeler charged with three felonies

Earlier on Wednesday, the Seattle Seahawks announced that they've released offensive tackle Chad Wheeler following serious and disturbing domestic violence

San Jose Sharks to begin hosting home games on Feb. 13

A Santa Clara County health order that prohibited team contact sports has affected entities such as Stanford Cardinal athletics, the NFL's San Francisco

New Jets head coach Robert Saleh remains noncommittal on QB Sam Darnold

Robert Saleh has already mastered the art of praising quarterback Sam Darnold without committing to the 23-year-old as his long-term starter. 

NBA All-Star Game voting to run from Thursday through Feb. 16

Voting for 2021 NBA All-Star rosters will begin Thursday at noon ET. Whether or not those selected will participate in an exhibition game has yet to be determined. 

Justin Gaethje may leave UFC if Conor McGregor gets next title fight?

Justin Gaethje (22-3-0) fell short in his attempt to dethrone UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov in October and hasn't competed in the octagon since the main event of UFC 254. 

Report: Two-time MVP Candace Parker to leave L.A. Sparks for Chicago Sky

Parker, 34, wanted to play for her hometown of Chicago during the twilight of her career.

Amid Matthew Stafford rumors, Colts owner wants QB with 'veteran vision'

Colts owner Jim Irsay didn't mention Stafford by name but suggested on Wednesday that he wants a proven commodity over a project. 

11-time Pro Bowl TE Jason Witten to retire with Cowboys

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Jason Witten is retiring for the second time and, likely, for good.

UEFA still wants postponed European Championship held in 12 cities

The idea was floated of hosting the tournament in one location, but it appears that won't happen.

Mets assistant general manager Zack Scott to serve as acting GM

The Mets hired the 43-year-old as vice president and assistant general manager in December.

Northwestern football coach Pat Fitzgerald signs deal through 2030

The Northwestern Wildcats are doing everything they can to not lose head coach Pat Fitzgerald to the NFL or a massive college program.

Rams to hold QB competition between Jared Goff, John Wolford?

All signs are pointing to Los Angeles Rams starting quarterback Jared Goff having to battle to retain his job through Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season.

Saints GM vows to not enter a rebuilding mode if Drew Brees retires

New Orleans now enters an era of uncertainty, as it's unknown if quarterback Drew Brees will retire or run it back for one more year.

2021 NWSL season to begin April 9, end on Nov. 20

Details on the upcoming Challenge Cup and also the full regular-season schedule will be released by the league at a later time.

St. Louis Blues become fifth NHL team to allow fans

Patrons will be seated in pods of two or four seats and must wear masks or other approved face coverings at all times.

UConn postpones two games after ref tests positive for COVID-19

The men's basketball program of the UConn Huskies is temporarily pausing due to COVID-19 issues but not because anyone associated with the team recorded a positive test.

Jim Rutherford stunningly resigns as Penguins GM

Patrik Allvin, who was promoted from director of amateur scouting to assistant general manager last November, becomes interim general manager.

Alija Merdeeva, Sofia Dmitrieva banned for life over match-fixing scandals

Merdeeva was found guilty of two counts of match-fixing, while Dmitrieva was found guilty of six counts and failing to cooperate with an investigation into the matter. 

No. 10 Arizona remains paused, postpones two more games due to COVID

The women's basketball team of the Arizona Wildcats, ranked No. 10 in the nation, will remain idle through the end of the month.