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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

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.

Michigan governor says state can host pro sporting events without fans

The announcement is good news for the Tigers as MLB hopes to have teams play in their home stadiums.

Liverpool clinch Premier League title after Chelsea's win over Manchester City

Chelsea defeated Manchester City 2-1 at Stamford Bridge on Thursday, a result that guaranteed Liverpool their first title in the Premier League competition that began with the 1992-93 campaign.

Report: NBA to use law enforcement to secure the Orlando 'bubble'

ESPN's Tim Bontemps reported that "local, state and federal law enforcement, plus former special operations forces" will be employed to secure the bubble site and keep NBA personnel safe from any intruders.

Panthers coach Matt Rhule may kneel during anthem

First-year Carolina Panthers head coach Matt Rhule became the latest NFL personality to suggest he could kneel during the national anthem.

Jon Jones willing to hold out for 'years,' vacate light heavyweight title

Jon Jones apparently won't be defending his UFC light heavyweight title anytime soon unless he is shown the money and in a big way.  

LeBron James: NFL owes Colin Kaepernick an apology

Kaepernick last played in the NFL during the 2016 season, when he repeatedly knelt during renditions of the national anthem ahead of games to protest police brutality and acts of racism in the United States.

Tom Brady channels FDR, continues to hold 'illegal' workouts

Tom Brady continues to ignore NFLPA guidelines regarding summer workouts to hold sessions with his new Bucs teammates.

Seattle's NHL team to play in 'green' Climate Pledge Arena

When Seattle's new NHL team takes the ice for the first time in 2021, it will do so at potentially the greenest venue in the sports world.  

Report: MLB players can serve PED suspensions in full during 60-game season

All players currently on 80-game suspensions will be eligible to return to the field next year if the upcoming 60-game season is completed in full.

Some MLB players will play for 'free' amid coronavirus pandemic

We may have a greater understanding of why Boston Red Sox pitcher Collin McHugh previously insisted it shouldn't be mandatory to play amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Browns announce Odell Beckham Jr. is '100 percent' recovered

Beckham was one of the main disappointments for a Browns team that flopped to a 6-10 record in 2019. He finished the campaign with 74 receptions and four touchdown grabs.

Churchill Downs says Kentucky Derby can have spectators

On Thursday, Churchill Downs announced that the 146th running of the Kentucky Derby that was postponed from May 2 to Sept. 5 because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic will occur with fans in attendance.

Leeds United remove Osama Bin Laden cutout from stadium seats

Leeds United Football Club is apologizing after allowing a fan purchase a cardboard cutout of the late Osama Bin Laden to sit in on games.

ESPN, Disney Media Networks joining with FuboTV

It's also assumed Fubo prices will rise as soon as ESPN channels are accessible. No increased prices were confirmed on Wednesday. 

Report: Canada reviewing plan for Blue Jays to play in Toronto

The Public Health Agency of Canada was reviewing the MLB proposal one day after Ontario Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. David Williams hinted the Blue Jays may not be able to face opponents in Toronto because of quarantine guidelines.