Multiple Marlins Players Infected With COVID-19, Home Opener Canceled

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The start of the MLB season has not been a promising one.

After months of disappointment, sports have finally returned. This week, the NBA will begin playing real games again while the NHL is set to start back up as of Saturday. As for Major League Baseball, well the sport has been back for about a week now although they are taking a much different approach to the season. There is no bubble as teams will have to play in their own cities. It's certainly an odd strategy although it speaks to the leadership they currently have.

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the MLB season is already at risk, as the Miami Marlins have suffered a huge Coronavirus outbreak amongst its players and staff. As Passan reports, eight players have tested positive while two coaches also have the virus. In fact, the team's home opener has now been canceled, as it simply isn't safe for either team to take to the diamond.

Major League Baseball will have some huge decisions to make throughout the next couple of days. If this can happen to the Miami Marlins, it can essentially happen to anyone and that's just too big of a risk to take, especially when lives are at stake.

Stay tuned for updates on this situation as we will be sure to bring them to you.


About The Author
Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.
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