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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

Braves place Max Fried on injured list due to back spasms

The Braves are hopeful Fried will be available to pitch on Sept. 16 versus the Baltimore Orioles.

Red Sox OF Andrew Benintendi out for season with strained rib cage

It's a premature conclusion to a campaign Benintendi likely can't wait to put behind him.

Politicians request Big Ten to reconsider football postponement

Last week, multiple in-the-know individuals scoffed at rumors that an altered Big Ten football season could begin on or around Oct. 10. 

Report: Browns sign former Pro Bowl RB Kareem Hunt to two-year, $13.25 million extension

Hunt served a suspension over the first half of the 2019 campaign and finished with 179 rushing yards on 43 attempts (4.2 YPC) with two rushing touchdowns.

Mason Greenwood apologizes for quarantine violation after being dropped from England national team

While Foden apologized on Monday, Greenwood, 18, offered a statement shared by the United website the following day.

Raiders place Marcus Mariota on injured reserve

Mariota, the former starter for the Tennessee Titans drafted second overall by that organization in 2015, was benched in favor of former Miami Dolphins starter Ryan Tannehill last fall. He signed a two-year contract with the Raiders in March. 

Blue Jays place Teoscar Hernandez, Wilmer Font on injured list

Toronto recalled righty Sean Reid-Foley and outfielder Jonathan Davis in corresponding roster moves. 

Ricardo Lamas confirms UFC retirement

Ricardo Lamas confirmed on Monday that his first UFC bout in over a year was also his last.

Southern Mississippi parts ways with Jay Hopson after loss to South Alabama

He previously worked as an assistant at Southern Miss from 2001-03 and again from 2005-07. He leaves with a 28-23 record. 

TE David Njoku relegated to third on Browns depth chart

Without officially saying anything, the Cleveland Browns said plenty on Monday about tight end David Njoku.

Nick Diaz '100% committed' to early 2021 UFC return

Diaz has not competed in the octagon since he faced Anderson Silva at UFC 183 in January 2015.

Matt Patricia doesn't commit to Adrian Peterson playing in Week 1

"We'll see," Patricia said when asked about Peterson potentially taking the field vs. the Bears.

Florida State's Hamsah Nasirildeen to miss season opener

Seminoles safety Hamsah Nasirildeen will miss Saturday's season opener versus Georgia Tech as he continues to work his way back from a torn ACL.

Saints' Alvin Kamara denies that he held out over contract

Kamara has recently been dealing with back issues and received treatment during what was initially referred to as unexcused absences..

Everton confirm James Rodriguez signing from Real Madrid

Vinny O'Connor of Sky Sports noted the signing will help expand Everton's brand as much as it will lead to the club winning domestic matches.

Serena Williams avenges loss to Maria Sakkari, advances to US Open quarterfinals

Earlier in the tournament, Williams passed Chris Evert for most US Open wins in a career.

Phil Foden apologizes for quarantine violation after being dropped from English national team

England's Phil Foden has apologized after he and Mason Greenwood were sent home for violating health and safety protocols.

Lions confirm Adrian Peterson signing, place Bo Scarbrough on IR

Peterson was a surprising cut made by the Washington Football Team on Friday.

Oregon star OL Penei Sewell opts out of 2020 season to prepare for 2021 NFL Draft

Sewell earned handfuls of awards and honors during his stint at Oregon and is projected to go in the top five of the draft.

Rice delays football practices due to COVID-19

Rice is scheduled to start the campaign versus Marshall on Oct. 3.

Manchester City confirm Riyad Mahrez, Aymeric Laporte tested positive for coronavirus

COVID-19 continues to affect every sport in one way or another.

England drop Mason Greenwood, Phil Foden for quarantine violations

Greenwood and Foden reportedly brought women back to their Reykjavik hotel following Saturday's 1-0 victory over Iceland.

NBA might allow guests for coaches, other personnel during conference finals

It looks like the NBA heard the complaint made by Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone about coaches not being allowed guests inside of the NBA bubble.

Still no timetable for Terry Francona to return to Indians

Former Cleveland catcher and current first base coach Sandy Alomar Jr. has served as interim manager during Francona's absences.

Cowboys' Randy Gregory conditionally reinstated by NFL

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory has been conditionally reinstated by the NFL.