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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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Big 12 announces partnership for rapid coronavirus testing

Student-athletes, coaches, and other necessary personnel will all fall under this new program that offers 15-minute results and batch testing capabilities.

NHL bumps draft up to Oct. 6-7, sets Oct. 9 for free agency start

On Friday, the NHL announced two important date changes for events occurring after the 2020 Stanley Cup Final. With the Final set to finish either before September ends or in early October, the league announced that the 2020 NHL Draft will take place on Oct.

Phillies' Zack Wheeler suffers unique pants-related injury

Wheeler, who signed a five-year, $118 million contract with the Phillies in December, holds a 4-0 record across eight starts with a 2.47 ERA and 36 strikeouts in 51.0 innings of work this summer.

Dustin Poirier vs. Tony Ferguson not happening at UFC 254

An anticipated UFC match between lightweights Dustin Poirier and Tony Ferguson won't be happening at the October UFC 254 show held at the Fight Island location in Abu Dhabi.

Diamondbacks designate former All-Star IF Jake Lamb for assignment, promote Pavin Smith

The Arizona Diamondbacks announced on Thursday that the club designated one-time All-Star infielder Jake Lamb for assignment. In a corresponding roster move, Arizona added 24-year-old infielder/outfielder Pavin Smith from the club's alternate training site.

Lightning's Alex Killorn suspended for Game 3 after boarding violation

The NHL confirmed Thursday that Lightning forward Alex Killorn is suspended for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Final versus the Islanders on Friday.

Georgia State QB Mikele Colasurdo cleared to play after coronavirus-related health concern

Georgia State freshman quarterback Mikele Colasurdo has been cleared to play this fall after he was initially thought to be dealing with myocarditis following a bout with the coronavirus. 

Braves' Tommy Milone placed on injured list with elbow inflammation

Milone allowed eight earned runs and eight hits in 3 1/3 innings during Wednesday's historic 29-9 win over the Miami Marlins. 

Giants release former World Series MVP Pablo Sandoval

Sandoval thanked the Giants via Instagram following his release.

Dak Prescott dealt with anxiety, depression after brother's suicide

Following the revelation that Jace Prescott, Dak Prescott's older brother, died by suicide this past spring, the Dallas Cowboys quarterback said that he received assistance for anxiety and depression.

North Texas QB coach resigns amid allegations of relationship with student at previous job

North Texas placed Wallis on leave and declared that he would not be allowed on campus during a review of the allegations that claim he engaged in inappropriate behavior while working as offensive coordinator at Argyle High School near Denton, Texas.

Ohio State's Ryan Day campaigns for fall Big Ten football season

Eleven of 14 Big Ten presidents and chancellors voted to postpone ahead of the Aug. 11 announcement. Along with Ohio State, Nebraska and Iowa were responsible for the dissenting votes. 

Indians once again replace Jose Ramirez with Mike Freeman in lineup

Cleveland Indians two-time All-Star third baseman Jose Ramirez is heading back to the bench for another night in place of Mike Freeman. 

Stanford offensive tackle Walker Little declares for 2021 NFL Draft

The tackle earned All-Pac-12 First Team honors for 2018 and was expected to be a candidate for the 2020 Outland Trophy, awarded to the nation's most outstanding interior lineman.

Report: Penguins could trade Matt Murray to Oilers

The Pens want a first-round draft pick for the 26-year-old who was relegated behind Tristan Jarry during Pittsburgh's brief stay in the 2019-2020 postseason.

Predators hire Dan Hinote as assistant coach

Hinote, who won a Stanley Cup as a player with the Colorado Avalanche in 2001, spent the previous two campaigns as an associate coach for USA Hockey's National Team Development Program.

NCAA men's, women's hockey seasons delayed due to coronavirus pandemic

Yet another sport has been delayed due to COVID-19.

White Sox place former Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel on injured list with back spasms

The 32-year-old exited Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals with lower back stiffness after five innings of work.

Premier League to replace 'Black Lives Matter' with 'No Room for Racism' on kits

Premier League clubs replaced player names on shirts with "Black Lives Matter" for opening fixtures of the domestic restart in June.

Napoli confirm president Aurelio De Laurentiis has tested positive for coronavirus

De Laurentiis was involved in a Serie A assembly alongside other Italian club officials on Wednesday before the positive test was confirmed.

Oregon's Thomas Graham Jr. declares for 2021 NFL Draft

Per the official Oregon website, Graham was set to begin the 2020 campaign as the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision active leader in passes defended (40) and pass breakups (32).

Penn State pauses some team activities due to coronavirus outbreak

Penn State has temporarily paused team activities for "several" athletics programs due to the discovery of positive coronavirus cases.

Report: Wildfires not yet affecting 49ers-Cardinals game

The wildfires currently ravaging California will apparently not have an effect on the 49ers-Cardinals Week 1 matchup at Levi's Stadium.

Vikings place Pro Bowl pass-rusher Danielle Hunter injured reserve

The Minnesota Vikings confirmed on Wednesday that the club has placed two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Danielle Hunter on injured reserve.

Doris Burke to make history with NBA Finals radio calls

ESPN's Doris Burke will make history during the NBA Finals held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex bubble site.