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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

Mike Clevinger to start for Indians on Wednesday after demotion

Clevinger and Zach Plesac were both demoted after they violated MLB health and safety protocols and went out for a social dinner in Chicago following Plesac's start at the White Sox on Aug. 8.

Rams, Chargers, 49ers ban fans from Week 1 games due to pandemic

Roughly one month ago, the Rams informed season ticket holders that SoFi Stadium would be "at limited or no capacity in 2020" due to the uncontrolled virus outbreak.

Vikings, Bills ban fans from first two home games due to coronavirus

The Vikings and Bills are the latest NFL franchises to ban spectators from attending at least some home games this fall due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Texas Tech football to continue practicing despite coronavirus outbreak

Per the university's health and safety protocols, any student-athlete who tests positive for the coronavirus must immediately enter self-isolation.

WWE to ban fan who shared KKK video via 'ThunderDome' broadcast

Fans must register with WWE to become eligible for "ThunderDome" broadcasts and can have their privileges revoked for a rules violation, such as sharing anything deemed "offensive, discriminatory or distasteful" by the company. 

Wednesday's Angels-Astros game postponed due to Hurricane Laura

Houston's weekend series versus the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park could also be affected by the weather depending on when Laura hits land.

Usain Bolt tests positive for coronavirus after birthday party

Bolt underwent the examination one day after his party, meaning that the positive test may not be directly linked to the celebration.

Report: Lionel Messi to attempt to terminate Barcelona contract

Barcelona president Josep Bartomeu and newly appointed manager Ronald Koeman both hoped Messi would commit the remainder of his physical prime to the club as recently as last week.

Manchester United's Harry Maguire found guilty of assault, resisting arrest, attempts of bribery

Reports surfaced on Friday that the 28-year-old was charged with, among other things, assaulting police officers during a holiday in Greece.

Tropical Storm Laura forces Angels-Astros doubleheader for Tuesday

The impending landfall of Tropical Storm Laura caused MLB to alter the midweek series between the Los Angeles Angels and Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

NFL calls 'false positive' coronavirus tests an 'incredibly rare event'

NFL preseason preparations nearly came to a halt over the weekend when 77 collected coronavirus tests across 11 teams returned positive results. Those samples were later confirmed as "false positives," something NFL chief medical officer Dr.

Cleveland bans tailgates for Browns games due to coronavirus pandemic

Cleveland Browns fans may be allowed to attend home games held amid the coronavirus pandemic this fall, but they won't be able to tailgate ahead of contests.

Clemson No. 1 in AP Top 25 preseason poll

The Clemson Tigers will enter opening week of the 2020 season as the country's top-rated team.

Cubs' Jose Quintana to join bullpen following dishwashing-related injury

It's unknown when he'll return to the starting rotation.

Stipe Miocic: Francis Ngannou deserves UFC title fight over Jon Jones

Miocic defeated Ngannou by unanimous decision, 50-44, 50-44, 50-44, at UFC 220 back in January 2018.

Philadelphia 76ers fire head coach Brett Brown

Brown failed to guide the Sixers past the Eastern Conference semifinals during his tenure with the organization. 

Manchester City serious about pursuing Lionel Messi this summer?

Could Manchester City make a move for Lionel Messi, the greatest player of the modern era?

Avalanche's Philipp Grubauer, Erik Johnson out indefinitely with injuries

Due to an agreement between the NHL and NHL Players' Association for the completion of the 2019-20 season amid the coronavirus pandemic, clubs are unable to provide much information on player health throughout the playoffs. 

Mavericks' Kristaps Porzingis questionable for Game 5 versus Clippers

Kristaps Porzingis could be a game-time decision for the Mavericks' Tuesday's Game 5 showdown with the Clippers.

NFL reports zero positive coronavirus tests among players

The NFL cleared 77 individuals who reportedly recently tested positive for the virus. All original 77 samples were retested and came back negative.

Manager Terry Francona to miss Indians' series vs. Twins

Cleveland confirmed that Francona underwent a medical procedure on Friday that left him unable to manage over the weekend when the Tribe lost two of three to the Detroit Tigers.

Jets' Le'Veon Bell 'bans' Sam Darnold from bars after bout with mono

The coronavirus pandemic isn't the only thing keeping New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold out of bars and other social establishments.

Dolphins, University of Miami to allow fans to home openers

Arrivals and exits to the venue will be staggered, and fans will be kept socially distant while in their seats.

Luis Suarez to have Barcelona contract terminated?

TalkSport added that the Uruguayan international is set to hold talks with the club's board about what seems to be an inevitable exit. 

Mets to resume season Tuesday, play three doubleheaders in one week

In total, the Mets are set to complete nine games across six days in an attempt to remain on course to finish 60 regular-season fixtures by the end of Sept. 27.