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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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Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw cleared for season debut on Sunday

Clayton Kershaw's sore back was merely a blip on the radar. 

Twins cleared to host Indians following coronavirus scare

Friday's game between the Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians was cleared to begin on time despite fears that St. Louis Cardinals players carried the virus into Minnesota's Target Field. 

Paris Saint-Germain complete domestic treble with Coupe de la Ligue

The race toward a historic quadruple of trophies is still on. On Friday, Paris Saint-Germain outlasted Lyon 6-5 on penalties to claim the Coupe de la Ligue and a domestic treble. 

Sacramento Kings player a victim of 'false positive' COVID-19 test?

An unknown Sacramento Kings player is expected to clear a two-day quarantine and feature versus the San Antonio Spurs on Friday following an inconclusive coronavirus test that provided what is commonly referred to as a "false positive" result. 

Rob Manfred said MLB could shut down due to coronavirus outbreaks?

Commissioner Rob Manfred told MLB Players Association executive director Tony Clark on Friday that the league could shut the season down if teams, players and other personnel don't improve their handling of the coronavirus.

Cam Newton not guaranteed Patriots starting job?

Even if Newton never reclaims his MVP form, one would think he's the favorite to enter Week 1 as New England's starter unless something goes awry over the next month or so.

Pac-12 OKs 10-game football schedule, Sept. 26 season start

As was expected, the Pac-12 announced on Friday that it is moving ahead with a conference-only college football schedule for the 2020 season played amid the coronavirus pandemic. 

Report: Phillies to play Yankees instead of Marlins; Miami's schedule unknown

The coronavirus outbreak affecting the Miami Marlins that has resulted in at least 18 Miami players testing positive for the virus continues to disrupt the MLB season. 

MLB, MLBPA officially agree to seven-inning doubleheaders

The days of traditional doubleheaders are in the past as it concerns the 2020 MLB season. 

Yankees' Aroldis Chapman cleared to return after positive coronavirus test

Chapman, infielder DJ LeMahieu and pitcher Luis Cessa tested positive before the start of the season. Only Chapman hadn't yet been cleared before Friday.

Antonio Brown suspended eight games by NFL

The good news for clubs with Brown on their radars is that his suspension begins in Week 1 whether or not he is signed.

Giants expect no opt-outs other than OL Nate Solder

Somebody all-in on featuring for Big Blue today could decide tomorrow that playing during the uncontrolled virus outbreak isn't worth it. 

Bill O'Brien, Texans won't negotiate with Deshaun Watson 'in the media'

O'Brien and team executives have plenty of time for discussions with Watson's representatives. Watson, 24, is signed through the 2021 campaign.

Report: Marlins' Isan Diaz may opt out after coronavirus outbreak

The coronavirus outbreak that infected a number of Miami Marlins and caused MLB to pause the club's season through at least the weekend could lead to healthy players sitting out the rest of the season.

Indiana Hoosiers football resumes workouts after coronavirus-related break

Moving forward, those who test positive for the coronavirus, as well as anyone found in close contact with an infected person, must self-isolate until otherwise directed.

Conor McGregor 'accepts' fight with Khamzat Chimaev, but bout unlikely

On Thursday, UFC welterweight Khamzat Chimaev took to Twitter to launch challenges toward former two-division champion Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal. The Notorious one responded.

LeSean McCoy signs one-year deal with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

LeSean McCoy put pen to paper on a one-year deal with the Bucs.

Watch: Pelicans, Jazz kneel during national anthem for NBA resumption

On the same side of the court where "Black Lives Matter" is painted, members from both clubs and referees knelt before and during a powerful rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner." 

Tom Coughlin delayed hospital visit despite suffering broken ribs, punctured lung in bike crash

Coughlin suffered four rib fractures, a slightly punctured lung and a head laceration after a bicycle crash last weekend. 

Could NCAA cancel football, fall sports on Tuesday?

We could be less than a week away from the NCAA making a final decision on college football and other sports seasons occurring amid the coronavirus pandemic.

WWE claims $43.8 million Q2 profits despite pandemic

While professional sports commissioners and team owners frequently comment on financial losses amid the coronavirus pandemic, World Wrestling Entertainment enjoyed a fruitful second quarter of the economic year. 

Big 12 cancels virtual media day

Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby will address the state of the conference's fall sports calendars in a yet-to-be-scheduled media briefing.

SEC moves to 10-game, conference-only football schedule

The SEC has followed the Big Ten and Pac-12 by scheduling a conference-only season for a college football campaign held amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.  

AHL schedules start of 2020-21 season for Dec. 4

The American Hockey League, the NHL's primary developmental league, has announced a tentative start date for the 2020-21 campaign amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Buffalo Bills send rookies home after positive coronavirus tests

The Buffalo Bills sent rookie players home on Thursday after five coronavirus tests from the week returned positive results.