The COVID-19, or Novel Coronavirus, outbreak started out affecting just those overseas, however it has recently touched home for the first time in the U.S. — especially among sports fans, even those of the Phillies.
Just hours after the NBA instructed teams to prepare to play games without fans in case the outbreak worsens, the Phillies announced on Saturday what they call a “temporary solution” as it relates to autographs at spring training games.
Their statement reads that they recognize that autograph signing for some fans is “part of the overall appeal of attending spring training games,” and that as a “precautionary measure” for both its players and fans, the Phillies are “making adjustments to this experience” based on CDC recommendations.