Yardbarker

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

NFLPA confirms 72 positive coronavirus test results among NFL players

It remains uncertain how the NFL and NFLPA will protect players who wish to opt out of participating during the uncontrolled virus outbreak.

PGA commissioner 'hopeful' fans can attend tournaments before 2020 ends

Every time the PGA Tour planned to host fans at tournaments during the pandemic, it has not been able to do so. PGA commissioner Jay Monahan remained open to fans potentially attending at least a couple of tournaments before the new year.

Report: Myles Garrett contract includes record $100 million guaranteed

Chicago Bears linebacker Khalil Mack ($23 million per year, $90 million guaranteed) was previously the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL until Garrett officially put pen to paper on the extension. 

Pelicans' Jrue Holiday, wife Lauren using NBA bubble salary to create social justice fund

Jrue and his wife Lauren are using the game checks he'll receive from the bubble to create the Jrue and Lauren Holiday Social Justice Impact Fund. Holiday could earn up to $5.3 million while at the Orlando hub. 

Orioles' Anthony Santander confirms he's recovered from coronavirus

"Now I'm healthy and not contagious," Santander said. "Happy to be back on the field with my teammates. I'm looking forward to the season."

Dak Prescott's brother blasts Cowboys for not signing QB to extension

Dak Prescott's brother Tad was displeased with the club's decision to not agree to a new deal with the star QB, and he took to Twitter to lash out at the Cowboys and then at those who responded to his original tweet.

2021 Rose Bowl Game still on despite parade cancellation

The Rose Bowl Game remains safe for now, but that is subject to change.

Yankees' Aaron Judge cleared for intrasquad scrimmage after sore neck

Judge feels better and will feature in Wednesday's intrasquad outing ahead of Saturday's scheduled exhibition versus crosstown rivals the New York Mets.

Report: Titans sign All-Pro RB Derrick Henry to four-year, $50 million deal

Henry is coming off the best season of his pro career. The 26-year-old won the rushing title with 1,540 yards, he tied for the league lead in rushing scores (16) and he averaged 5.1 yards per carry on 303 attempts.

Missouri coach asks people to wear masks to save football season

Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz has one simple request for fans: wear masks.

Tottenham's Serge Aurier plays two days after brother's death

Two days after the brother of Tottenham Hotspur right back Serge Aurier was shot and killed, the 27-year-old defender played a full 90 minutes.

Report: MRI on Mets' Jacob deGrom showed nothing 'concerning'

It's believed the Mets originally wanted deGrom to get work in during Saturday's exhibition versus the New York Yankees. One would, however, now think that's no longer an option.

Five substitutes allowed for 2020-21 soccer seasons

Those who argue against five substitutions claim the rule favors bigger and richer clubs and hurts smaller teams, particularly during the late stages of matches.

Magic's James Ennis says he's recovered from coronavirus diagnosis

Ennis added that he experienced multiple symptoms, including headaches and vomiting. While he said he's feeling better, he admitted he's still working to get back to full fitness and playing shape.

Thunder's Dennis Schroder will leave NBA bubble for birth of child

Excused absences, such as childbirth, are permitted as long as the player quarantines for four days upon his return to Orlando and tests negative for the coronavirus for each day he stays off the campus.

Report: High-risk MLB players may request to return after opting out

There are arguments for and against players being allowed to experience changes of heart as circumstances evolve

Report: NFL wants positive coronavirus test listed as 'non-football injury'

This is an issue because, per the terms of the current collective bargaining agreement, clubs aren't required to pay any players placed on a Non-Football Injury list.

Report: Billionaire casino owner joins Mets ownership bid

Billionaire casino tycoon Sheldon Adelson is not only in for the Mets, but has linked up with Joshua Harris and David Blitzer, who head Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, and private equity firm Silver Lake Partners.

Cowboys unlikely to sign Dak Prescott to extension before Wednesday deadline

Stop if you heard this before, but there doesn't seem to be any urgency on the Cowboys' part to sign Dak Prescott to a long-term deal.

About 10 MLB umpires opt out of shortened season?

The AP didn't reveal the names of umps who decided against working this summer because neither the union nor league had made an official announcement as of early Tuesday evening. It's believed Triple-A umpires will replace those who opted out.

NHL announces 12 exhibition games, qualifiers schedule

NHL action will return on July 28th, with a slate of exhibition games meant to ensure that participating teams are in top shape.

Jorge Masvidal wants Kamaru Usman rematch over Conor McGregor fight

Jorge Masvidal is much more interested in another chance at the title than he is in the huge payday that would come from a Conor McGregor match.

Florida athletic director Scott Stricklin recovered from coronavirus

Florida athletics director Scott Stricklin told reporters on Tuesday that he's recovered after testing positive for the coronavirus last month.

Nets' Michael Beasley has left NBA bubble after positive coronavirus test

The Brooklyn Nets may have lost another option for the NBA restart as the newly-signed Michael Beasley tested positive for COVID-19.

Capitals' Lars Eller will leave NHL bubble for birth of child

What Eller's return to Canada will look like after his child is born remains to be seen.