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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

Report: Mackenzie Dern, Virna Jandiroba to fight at UFC 256

Strawweights Mackenzie Dern and Virna Jandiroba, two well-known grapplers in that division, have an agreement to fight at the UFC 256 show held on Dec. 12. 

Jimmy Garoppolo back, will start for 49ers vs. Dolphins

Garoppolo returned to practice on Wednesday for the first time since he injured his ankle. 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic should play in Milan derby after COVID-19 recovery

Ibrahimovic scored three goals in Milan's first two games of the season.

Washington's Ron Rivera: 'By no means have I given up on' QB Dwayne Haskins

Despite what seems to be a clear message delivered to the 23-year-old signal-caller, Rivera told reporters on Friday that Haskins isn't entirely out of chances. 

Colts' Darius Leonard, Anthony Castonzo won't play vs. Browns

Castonzo is dealing with a rib issue. while Leonard is carrying a groin injury.

Coaches, players to be penalized for approaching refs without masks

At least five coaches and their teams have, thus far, received fines for not correctly covering noses and mouths while on sidelines. 

Kansas State to host Little Apple Classic, Colorado, Drake, South Dakota State to play tournament

The Little Apple Classic replaces the Cayman Islands Classic, which was canceled in late September.

Bengals Pro Bowl DT Geno Atkins to make season debut vs. Ravens

The eight-time Pro Bowl selection twice named First-Team All-Pro missed the first four games of the campaign because of a shoulder injury. 

Cristiano Ronaldo victim of home burglary after garage door was left open

Ronaldo and his family spent much of the coronavirus-related lockdown at the Funchal residence. 

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson '100 percent,' will play vs. Bengals

Jackson heads into the weekend with a 3-0 career record over Cincinnati.

New York Yankees legend, Hall of Famer Whitey Ford dies at 91

Ford, affectionately known as the "Chairman of the Board," debuted in 1950 and pitched all 16 of his seasons with the Yankees.

Manchester United star Paul Pogba says he wants to play for Real Madrid

Manchester United star midfielder and 2018 World Cup champion Paul Pogba has admitted that he wants to play for manager Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid.

Titans-Bills, Bills-Chiefs games moved due to Tennessee COVID-19 outbreak

Sunday's game between Tennessee and the Buffalo Bills has been moved to next Tuesday pending results of additional coronavirus testing within the Titans. Additionally, the Oct. 15 matchup involving the Bills and Kansas City Chiefs will be shifted to Oct. 18. 

New England Small Collegiate Athletic Conference cancels winter sports because of pandemic

The New England Small Collegiate Athletic Conference, a Division III league, announced on Thursday that it is canceling winter sports because of the coronavirus

Report: CB Prince Amukamara has deal with Arizona Cardinals

Veteran cornerback Prince Amukamara has an agreement to join the Arizona Cardinals pending the results of a coronavirus test.

Baylor suspends all football activities after positive COVID-19 test results

On Thursday, the Baylor Bears football program announced that it is temporarily suspending activities because of recent positive COVID-19 test results "and the completion of close contact tracing." 

'Mr. Game 7' Justin Williams retires from NHL

He earned his "Mr. Game 7" nickname by recording 15 points — seven goals and eight assists — in nine Game 7s, the most in NHL history for any player. 

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson misses practice again, but knee injury 'not serious'

Baltimore Ravens quarterback and reigning NFL Most Valuable Player Lamar Jackson didn't practice for a second consecutive day, but a report suggests that the knee injury affecting the QB isn't serious.

Yankees bench slumping catcher Gary Sanchez yet again

In Tuesday's Game 2 against Tampa Bay, Sanchez went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. He has only one hit this postseason. 

Rookie Justin Herbert to remain Chargers starting QB over Tyrod Taylor

As had been expected, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn confirmed on Thursday that rookie Justin Herbert will remain the team's starting quarterback.

Kansas football coach Les Miles tests positive for COVID-19

Kansas Jayhawks football coach Les Miles has tested positive for COVID-19.  The school confirmed the news on Thursday and included a statement from Miles.

Stars center Tyler Seguin likely to miss start of season due to torn labrum, hip surgery

Seguin led the Stars in points (50) and assists (33) during the regular season but tallied only two goals and recorded 11 assists in 26 postseason appearances. 

Brooks Koepka to return after two month absence, play in CJ Cup

Koepka hasn't made an official appearance since the Wyndham Championship in mid-August because of lingering knee and hip issues.

Errol Spence Jr. to defend welterweight title vs. Danny Garcia at AT&T Stadium on Dec. 5 in front of fans

Spence improved to 26-0 with a win over Shawn Porter in September 2019 but was involved in a serious car accident the following month.

Blackhawks let two-time champion goaltender Corey Crawford hit free agency

Crawford departs the Blackhawks as the only goaltender to win multiple Stanley Cups (2013, 2015) and multiple William M. Jennings Trophies (2012-13, 2014-15) in franchise history.