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

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July 27, 2020 | Liverpool FC

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.

July 27, 2020 | NFL

Roger Goodell pens letter to NFL fans addressing coronavirus concerns

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

July 27, 2020 | Miami Marlins

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.

July 27, 2020 | Colorado Rockies

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.

July 27, 2020 | Minnesota Vikings

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.

July 27, 2020 | Paris Saint-Germain

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.

July 24, 2020 | Washington Commanders

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.

July 24, 2020 | Philadelphia 76ers

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.

July 24, 2020 | College Football

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.

July 24, 2020 | MLB

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.

July 24, 2020 | Seattle Seahawks

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

July 24, 2020 | Paris Saint-Germain

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.

July 24, 2020 | Indiana Pacers

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.

July 24, 2020 | NHL

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.

July 24, 2020 | Philadelphia 76ers

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.

July 24, 2020 | MLB

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.

July 24, 2020 | Michigan State Spartans

Entire Michigan State football team enters two-week quarantine

Michigan State paused student workouts on Wednesday upon learning a staff member tested positive for the virus. The university won't decide on resuming training sessions until additional testing is completed.

July 24, 2020 | Atlanta Braves

MLB announces four positive coronavirus tests among players

Unlike with how the NBA and NHL are returning to action, MLB players aren't quarantining and, instead, are living at their homes and traveling for in-market games. Preventing a virus outbreak within even one club is essential for completing a season unlike any other.