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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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MLB, MLBPA may announce future positive coronavirus test results

After speaking with reporters earlier today, here's the latest news as it relates to the owners and the MLB Players Association. 

Some NFL teams considering game-day travel during 2020-21 season?

Per Florio, "multiple teams intend to fly to and from road games on the day of the game" to limit exposure to individuals, such as hotel workers, who may not social distance and self-isolate through the fall.

Leicester City to host Crystal Palace on July 4 despite lockdown restrictions

It's not known where Leicester would play if additional restrictions temporarily relocate the club next month. 

Vegas no longer a front-runner to be NHL hub city?

Coronavirus spikes in the Vegas area have the NHL reconsidering the city.

Report: Tampa Bay Buccaneers not interested in Antonio Brown

The Bucs refuted reports that they are interested in signing the former All-Pro wide receiver.

USL's Louisville City FC to welcome fans for July 12 home opener

Attendees will have temperatures taken at the gates and must wear face coverings, such as masks, while inside the stadium.

Senators submit bill to prevent student-athlete coronavirus waivers

Two U.S. Senators introduced a bill that would block controversial waivers some schools are pushing student-athletes to sign.

Minor league baseball season canceled due to coronavirus pandemic

The United States' ineptitude in containing the coronavirus pandemic combined with the fact that it is utterly dependent on in-person fan ticket and concession sales, the 2020 Minor League season will be canceled.

MLB COVID-19 injured list to remain anonymous?

Spring training 2.0 sessions get underway around the league later this week.

Anonymous Pacers player contemplating opting out of NBA restart

Pacers president of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard said the club wouldn't judge the player, whom he wouldn't name, for remaining home this summer.

Yankees GM: Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, others should be ready for Opening Day

The Yankees shut Judge down during spring training due to complications caused by a stress fracture to his first right rib that he suffered last season.

Report: Jadeveon Clowney plans to sign before start of NFL season

According to the report, Clowney isn't willing to offer a club a discount at this stage of the process even though he intends to sign before the season begins.

Study finds racial bias in international soccer commentary

The study also determined commentators frequently reserved praise of a footballer's athletic abilities, such as pace and power, for players with darker skin tone.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver reiterates coronavirus outbreak in bubble could end season

Silver said: "Certainly, if we have a lot of cases, we’re going to stop. You cannot run from this virus."

Report: Alex Rodriguez, Jennifer Lopez pre-approved by MLB to buy New York Mets

MLB pre-approved a total of seven groups interested in acquiring the Amazins. That same story claims A-Rod and J-Lo retained JPMorgan Chase & Co. to raise capital.

Coach confirms Conor McGregor is 'retired' from UFC, MMA

McGregor's third retirement began earlier this month after White declared that undefeated lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov will next defend that title versus interim champ Justin Gaethje.

NWSL allows players to skip national anthem before games

After internal debates over the national anthem, the league says a player has the option to remain in the locker room if she wishes.

Odell Beckham Jr. says he doesn't want a trade to the Patriots

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. has congratulated quarterback Cam Newton on his deal via Twitter and some to believe that Beckham wouldn't mind a trade to New England. However, Beckham has shut down all accusations.

Report: Blue Jays expected to host games in Toronto

It looks like the Toronto Blue Jays will be able to play home games at Rogers Centre when MLB begins its season next month amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Nets' Spencer Dinwiddie sick with coronavirus, could miss NBA resumption

Dinwiddie was set to be Brooklyn's top scorer when the Nets open the second part of a season unlike any other against the Orlando Magic on July 31. 

Harris English withdraws from Rocket Mortgage Classic after positive coronavirus test

English reportedly did not play in last week's Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Hartford, Conn., but he tested positive on Monday upon his arrival to Detroit.

NFL wants players to decide about opting out before training camp?

With NFL training camps still scheduled to start on time, one assumption is that all involved wish to know who would decide to sit the season out because of coronavirus concerns so that teams can plan and react accordingly.

Could Tim Tebow make the final New York Mets roster?

Tebow could still be included in the Mets' 60-man player pool for the shortened season.

Ryan Zimmerman becomes biggest MLB name to opt out of 2020 season

Washington Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman became the first All-Star to officially opt out. Here's the lengthy statement Zimmerman released explaining his decision.