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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

Saudi Arabia investment group ends Newcastle United bid

An investment group that included Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, PCP Capital Partners, and Reuben Brothers has reportedly withdrawn interest in buying the Premier League club.

Chargers will 'probably' start QB Tyrod Taylor over rookie Justin Herbert

With all NFL preseason games canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn is leaning toward starting journeyman quarterback Tyrod Taylor over rookie Justin Herbert.

Owner of Marlins' Triple-A affiliate dies from COVID-19

Lou Schwechheimer, owner of the Miami Marlins' Triple-A affiliate Wichita Wind Surge, died on Wednesday from complications caused by COVID-19.

ACC schedules 11-game football season, includes Notre Dame

The ACC announced its model for the 2020 season, which includes Notre Dame.

Chiefs Super Bowl star Damien Williams opts out of 2020 NFL season

Kansas City Chiefs running back Damien Williams has opted out of playing in the 2020 NFL season scheduled to occur amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic.

Zion Williamson a game-time decision for NBA resumption vs. Jazz

The decision to return with his Pelicans for the season (re)opener vs. the Jazz Thursday may be out of Zion Williamson's hands.

Indians add catcher Roberto Perez to injured list with sore shoulder

Cleveland manager Terry Francona told reporters that Perez will undergo treatment at the team's Lake County (Class-A affiliate) facility and won't throw a baseball for at least seven days.

Dodgers' Joe Kelly, Dave Roberts suspended after incident vs. Astros

Kelly was suspended eight games after it was deemed he intentionally threw at Houston Astros batters Alex Bregman and Carlos Correa in the bottom of the sixth inning of Tuesday's game.

Eagles Pro Bowl RT Lane Johnson tests positive for coronavirus following July summit

The three-time Pro Bowler and one-time First-Team All-Pro wrote that he feels "strong and ready to go" and also that he tested negative for the virus 18 days ago. 

Nuggets talk to Michael Porter Jr. about controversial coronavirus comments

Michael Porter Jr. seems to believe there is some sort of conspiracy related to the pandemic.

Virginia Tech CB Caleb Farley opts out of college football season

Farley tallied six interceptions across his first two seasons with Virginia Tech, and he grabbed four of those during an impressive 2019 campaign that helped him climb up NFL mock drafts. 

Report: 49ers GM John Lynch given five-year extension

Lynch's new contract is for five years and carries through the 2024 season. 

Giants OL Nate Solder opts out of 2020 NFL season

Solder's decision is final per an agreement between the NFL and NFL Players Association. 

Lakers' Anthony Davis wants to play Thursday vs. Clippers

The Lakers sit at 49-14 and 5.5 games ahead of the Clippers for the conference's top playoff berth, meaning Lakers coach Frank Vogel can take a cautious approach regarding his star's return to in-game action before Thursday's tipoff. 

Penn State reports eight positive coronavirus tests among student-athletes

Unlike how other schools reacted to positive results, Penn State hasn't yet paused any workouts. Those who tested positive will self-isolate for 14 days, and students exposed to infected individuals will also have to quarantine.

PGA: 120th U.S. Open to occur without fans due to pandemic

Tickets purchased to U.S. Open events will be automatically refunded. 

Report: Tottenham have deterred interest in Harry Kane

Tottenham Hotspur may not shop forward Harry Kane this summer, after all.

Miami Marlins' coronavirus outbreak up to 18 known cases

MLB shut the Marlins down through at least the weekend to keep the uncontrolled virus outbreak within the organization.

Phillies not cleared to play Friday amid coronavirus concerns

The Athletic's Jayson Stark reported the Phillies should be good to go as long as nobody tests positive for the virus by Saturday.

Could NBA require 'bubble' situation for 2020-21 season?

With the 2020-21 NBA season likely to begin in December, could the league be facing another 'bubble' format with an uncertain pandemic status?

NCAA: Major college football teams can begin seasons Aug. 29

If there will be college football seasons played amid the coronavirus pandemic, they could begin earlier than planned.

Did Marlins' 'careless' act potentially lead to coronavirus outbreak?

MLB officials have repeatedly warned players and coaches about following health and safety protocols that prohibit physical contact such as high fives, fist bumps, and hugs among team personnel during the uncontrolled virus outbreak. 

LeBron James won't embrace 'Zero Dark Thirty-23' blackout amid pandemic

There will be no "Zero Dark Thirty-23" blackout from Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James this time around.

Dusty Baker to manage Houston Astros through 2021

Baker and the Astros opened a home series with the Dodgers Tuesday night.

Manager Rick Renteria cleared to return to White Sox following coronavirus scare

The White Sox announced that Renteria underwent precautionary testing at a Cleveland hospital and was kept away from players and other personnel.