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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

Juventus extend Gianluigi Buffon, Giorgio Chiellini

A pair of Juventus legends dedicated their futures to the Italian giants on Monday.  Via an official club statement, Juventus announced that goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon and defender and captain Giorgio Chiellini will remain with the club through the 2020-21 campaign.

New York Mets sign OF Melky Cabrera

The New York Mets added a well-known veteran to its squad ahead of spring training 2.0 sessions scheduled to begin this week.

Grizzlies' Ja Morant apologizes for anti-police social media post

The NBA may allow players to replace their names on jerseys with social justice statements when the season resumes play amid the coronavirus pandemic on July 30.

Clemson football up to 37 total coronavirus cases amid outbreak

Last Friday, reports emerged that 23 of 28 Clemson student-athletes who tested positive for COVID-19 were related to the football team. Clemson football recorded an additional 14 positive tests this week, growing the program's total to 37. 

Jazz-Pelicans, Clippers-Lakers to begin NBA resumption on July 30

We now have an idea of what games are first up on the schedule once the NBA resumes.

National Congress of American Indians urges Redskins players to sit out season in protest of team name

National Congress of American Indians President Fawn Sharp requested that players threaten a boycott via a piece published by Washingtonian on Friday.

Baseball Hall of Fame reopens amid coronavirus pandemic

As explained by the Associated Press, the Hall of Fame opened its doors to visitors on Friday for the first time since it closed on March 15 due to the uncontrolled virus outbreak.

Bubba Wallace salutes Talladega fans on Twitter

Fan support has meant a lot to Bubba Wallace after finding what looked like a noose in his race garage, and the driver is appreciative.

Sydney Leroux Dwyer commits herself to soccer after Orlando Pride miss NWSL Challenge Cup

Sydney Leroux Dwyer's comeback after giving birth will have to be put off due to her team, the Orlando Pride, having to pull out of the NWSL's Challenge Cup due to a COVID-19 outbreak.

Texas Tech football records 23 positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 23, two still haven't recovered, but none required hospitalization. Those infected were asked to quarantine for at least 10 days. Exposed individuals were told to self-isolate for two weeks. 

No NFL team has reached out to Colin Kaepernick yet?

The 32-year-old, who led the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl appearance, hasn't played in the NFL since the 2016 season when he famously kneeled during the national anthem ahead of games to protest police violence and racial injustice.

Adam Silver: Coronavirus outbreak among players may force NBA to cancel season

With the virus as uncontrolled in Florida and throughout the country today as it was when states shut down during the spring, even so-called "bubble" sites no longer appear safe for those asked to risk their health to entertain audiences watching from the safety of their homes. 

FS1's Colin Cowherd leaves Patrick Mahomes off 'top arm talents' QB list

We understand we're giving the FS1 personality the clicks and looks he's seeking when he says something like Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and reigning Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes isn't among his  Top 5 "arm talents" in the NFL.

Oregon, Oregon State drop 'Civil War' nickname for rivalry

Universities and other sports entities continue to review established traditions and figures following the killing of George Floyd. 

Report: WWE postpones 'Raw' taping amid coronavirus outbreak

It's believed WWE is now testing all wrestlers and staff at the Performance Center ahead of each taping. 

Dustin Poirier snubs Conor McGregor rematch: 'He's retired'

Poirier, who fell to Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 242 last September, was stopped in the first round by McGregor back in 2014.

Tottenham offers new contract to son of Mauricio Pochettino

Maurizio Pochettino remained in Tottenham's academy after the club parted ways with his father in November following a poor run of form in the Premier League.

Indy 500 to welcome fans at 50 percent capacity

Indianapolis Motor Speedway carries a capacity of around 235,000. The  official announcement also explained that individuals who do not wish to  attend, such as those considered high-risk, will receive credits.

Denny McCarthy withdraws from Travelers Championship after positive coronavirus test

PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan confirmed that players found ignoring recommended safety guidelines and protocols would face "serious repercussions" for endangering the Tour's "bubble" that is set up at each event site.

Paul Finebaum: 'Very good' chance college football season is delayed

With coronavirus cases and spikes growing throughout pockets of the United States as July approaches, SEC insider Paul Finebaum gave a grim update on the possibility of the college football season starting in late August.

Liverpool investor LeBron James celebrates Premier League title

James owns a small stake in the English soccer club and celebrated the team's title on social media.

WR Josh Gordon to learn NFL reinstatement fate before season

The troubled wide receiver is hoping for another NFL chance.

Bas Rutten puts Conor McGregor on his MMA 'Mount Rushmore'

Bas Rutten has Conor McGregor on his MMA Mount Rushmore, unlike a certain UFC boss.

Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing feeling better after coronavirus hospitalization

Ewing explained that he doesn't know how he caught the virus that sent him to Georgetown University Hospital. He added that his oldest daughters also came down with the coronavirus. 

Report: Vancouver out of the running as NHL hub city

Meanwhile, according to a report, Alberta Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw signed off on Edmonton's protocols to welcome NHL personnel this summer.