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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

Goldberg says he's signed with WWE through 2023 with two matches per year

It appears WWE living legend Bill Goldberg still has at least a handful of in-ring appearances left in the tank.

Mets place rookie LHP David Peterson on injured list with shoulder soreness

Meanwhile, manager Luis Rojas could remove southpaw Steven Matz from the rotation later this week.

Report: Cowboys release DT Gerald McCoy after injury

The Dallas Cowboys have released defensive tackle Gerald McCoy via an injury waiver a day after the Pro Bowler suffered a devastating, season-ending quad injury.

Indians without Terry Francona for at least another three games

The Cleveland Indians will be without manager Terry Francona for the second time this season. Per Mandy Bell of MLB.com, the Indians confirmed on Tuesday that the two-time American League Manager of the Year didn't travel with the club for a three-game series at the Pittsburgh Pirates because he has a "scheduled procedure" this week.

Astros' Yordan Alvarez on injured list with knee discomfort

Yordan Alvarez continues to suffer through a brutal sophomore season following an American League Rookie of the Year campaign.

Barcelona say Lionel Messi will stay amid exit rumors

Barcelona club president Josep Bartomeu will pair to-be manager Ronald Koeman with superstar Lionel Messi if everything goes according to plan.

Rangers' Gibaut, Woodward suspended for Tatis grand slam fallout

MLB has come down on the Rangers amid the fallout from Monday's game, where Fernando Tatis hit a grand slam while the Padres were up big over Texas.

Kentucky coach John Calipari in favor of basketball nonconference bubble

Different than some other proposals floated out there this summer, Calipari suggested that Kentucky, Michigan State, Duke and Kansas form a temporary bubble for the annual Champions Classic event. 

Browns' Nick Chubb enters concussion protocol

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb entered the concussion protocol on Tuesday following an unfortunate collision with a teammate during a Monday practice. 

Miami's Avantae Williams, nation's No. 1 safety recruit, to miss freshman season with medical issues

Diaz didn't specify the medical issues that will keep Williams off the field this fall.

Blues' Vladimir Tarasenko out for rest of first round with injured shoulder

Blues general manager Doug Armstrong told reporters that the club won't have an update on Tarasenko's status until next Monday.

Celtics' Gordon Hayward out a month with ankle sprain

In 52 appearances this season, the one-time All-Star averaged 17.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists. 

Report: Manchester United, Manchester City won't play Premier League opening weekend

Instead of opening the season with the rest of England's top-flight clubs, United and City could face each other later that midweek as other sides begin their Carabao Cup schedules.

Tennessee Titans won't have fans for home opener

Updates on if and when fans can attend Titans games will be provided at a later time.

Real Sociedad confirm David Silva signing

On the same day that David Silva tweeted his farewell to Manchester City supporters, La Liga outfit Real Sociedad confirmed the signing of the 34-year-old midfielder via a free transfer.

North Carolina football workouts to continue despite coronavirus outbreak, switch to remote learning

The UNC football program reported zero positive results in its latest round of testing.

Jon Jones suggests UFC move to heavyweight is on

After Stipe Miocic successfully defended his heavyweight crown against Daniel Cormier on Saturday night, Jones took to Twitter to declare that he would soon be the top fighter in the division.

Chiefs reduce Arrowhead Stadium capacity to 22 percent

Smoking, vaping, and spitting inside the stadium are all banned. Bags are also prohibited to prevent unnecessary contact during security screening.

Tulsa football pauses workouts due to coronavirus outbreak

At least eight Tulsa players have reportedly tested positive for the virus. At least 16 players, in total, will enter quarantine and self-isolate to attempt to stop the spread. 

Jon Jones tweets that he's vacated UFC light heavyweight title

A planned Sept. 26 light heavyweight bout between Dominick Reyes and Jan Blachowicz at UFC 253 could be for a championship, after all. On Monday, Jon Jones

Penn State AD believes Big Ten won't reverse decision on football

While Penn State athletic director Sandy Barbour has noticed criticisms directed toward those conferences, she told reporters on Monday that the Big Ten likely isn't reversing its decision.

Could Mets remove Steven Matz from starting rotation?

The 29-year-old began the pandemic-shortened campaign with a couple of decent outings but has struggled throughout August. 

Yankees activate closer Aroldis Chapman, designate David Hale

Chapman, 32 years old, tested positive for the coronavirus in July and wasn't cleared to return until the final day of that month. He hasn't yet appeared in a game this season. 

Report: Dominick Reyes vs. Jan Blachowicz planned for UFC 253

A light heavyweight fight between Dominick Reyes and Jan Blachowicz is being finalized for the Sept. 26 UFC 253 pay-per-view card.

NCAA to announce college basketball decision by mid-September

It's possible that more than a dozen teams could form a college basketball "bubble" for non-league games in December.