Major League Baseball made the move to shut down its training facilities in Florida and Arizona on Friday, according to multiple reports.
Major League Baseball made the move to shut down its training facilities in Florida and Arizona on Friday, according to multiple reports.
The decision comes after the Toronto Blue Jays shut down their spring training complex after a player presented symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
All facilities will undergo deep cleaning and disinfecting and be closed temporarily. Upon their return, a negative test will be required for re-entry.
The Jays were the second big league team to close their Florida camp because of the coronavirus.
The Blue Jays’ announcement came