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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

Doctor: Marlins, Phillies should be shut down at least five days after virus outbreak

One expert believes that MLB should shut the Marlins and Phillies down for nearly a week to prevent additional spread of COVID-19 among league personnel.

Mets' Brandon Nimmo: 'For me' wearing a mask 'does more harm than good'

Nimmo believes league personnel can complete the year as long as everybody involved protects each other.

White Sox manager Rick Renteria out with coronavirus symptoms

Renteria, 58 years old, has managed the White Sox since the 2017 campaign.

PGA Tour: Daughter of Camilo Villegas dies at 22 months

On Monday, the PGA Tour confirmed via an official statement that Camilo Villegas’ daughter Mia passed away on Sunday. Mia, 22 months old, suffered from tumors on her brain and spine.

Pelicans hope Zion Williamson can practice Wednesday following bubble exit

Williamson left the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex bubble site to attend to a family matter and was gone for eight days before he returned Friday.

Ravens' De'Anthony Thomas opts out of 2020 season

Baltimore confirmed on Monday that the 27-year-old has opted out of the campaign.

Two-time Cy Young winner Corey Kluber out at least a month with shoulder tear

Rangers general manager Jon Daniels told reporters on Monday that Kluber will likely be converted to a relief pitcher if he's able to return this year.

49ers RB Raheem Mostert restructures contract, drops trade request

Weeks after agent Brett Tessler confirmed that he requested the San Francisco 49ers trade running back and client Raheem Mostert, Tessler tweeted that

Giants' Deandre Baker, Seahawks' Quinton Dunbar on Commissioner's Exempt list

he decision was expected following an alleged May incident that left the players facing felony counts of armed robbery and aggravated assault.

Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp named LMA Manager of the Year

Liverpool defeated fellow Premier League outfit Tottenham Hotspur in the 2019 Champions League Final to begin a historic run that included UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup glory.

Roger Goodell pens letter to NFL fans addressing coronavirus concerns

Goodell also mentioned the continued political unrest witnessed throughout the United States.

Report: No talk of canceling MLB season despite Miami coronavirus outbreak

Scott Miller of Turner Sports tweeted the news and added that MLB officials will remind clubs of health and safety protocols for a campaign unlike any other.

Rockies' Tim Collins opts out of 2020 MLB season

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the 30-year-old relief pitcher informed the Rockies of his decision before it was learned that over a dozen members of the Miami Marlins tested positive for the coronavirus.

Vikings announce team infection control officer tests positive for coronavirus

Minnesota rookies and quarterbacks have already undergone team coronavirus tests. Training camp sessions open to all players on Tuesday.

PSG's Kylian Mbappe doubtful for Champions League restart

With the Champions League resumption set to run from Aug. 12 through Aug. 23, it's possible Mbappe won't be cleared to return until after the 2020-21 European calendars open.

Washington QB Alex Smith cleared for return to football

With Washington expected to keep second-year pro Dwayne Haskins Jr. as its starting signal-caller, Smith's place on the depth chart and with the organization is unknown.

76ers' Ben Simmons experienced three-point 'paradigm shift'

Sixers head coach Brett Brown said that Simmons found a new mentality about shooting beyond the arc while the NBA was on hiatus.

NCAA: No decision on football, fall sports championships until August

All indications are the NCAA and the country's largest conferences would delay the start of football seasons and possibly push calendars to spring rather than cancel schedules for the nation's most popular sport. 

Brewers' Christian Yelich damages Wrigley Field scoreboard

Friday's blast won't Yelich's his popularity among Cubs fans who, sadly, can't attend Wrigley Field because of the coronavirus pandemic. 

Oh baby! Russell Wilson, Ciara announce birth of Win Harrison Wilson

Win is the second child the celebrity couple has together. Wilson is also the stepfather of Future Jr., Ciara's son

PSG's Kylian Mbappe suffers ankle injury after horrific tackle

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Saint-Etienne 1-0 on Friday to hoist the Coupe de France, but the victory came at a potentially disastrous cost. 

Pacers' Domantas Sabonis leaves bubble with 'significant foot injury'

The 24-year-old was enjoying a career season when the NBA halted play on March 11 due to the coronavirus pandemic. He averaged 18.5 PPG, 12.4 REB, and 5.0 AST, all career bests, over 62 games before the league suspended the campaign.

Commissioner Gary Bettman can't attend NHL resumption due to quarantine guidelines

Bettman explained that and deputy commissioner Bill Daly won't be in Canada on Aug. 1 because the current border closure requires that individuals entering the country from the United States must quarantine and self-isolate for 14 days.

Watch: Ben Simmons hits three-pointer during scrimmage

Yes, it happened during a meaningless scrimmage versus the Memphis Grizzlies, and Simmons was left wide open for the attempt. Nevertheless, it's a massive achievement for a young player who has hit only two of 23 three-pointers during his NBA career.

MLB Opening Night games set viewership records

We don't have to wonder if American sports fans missed Major League Baseball amid the coronavirus pandemic.