It’s rare that a link in the classified ads provides the source material for my daily, but, and this is probably not unexpected, the speed at which professional athletes are testing positive for coronavirus is starting to get a little problematic. Yesterday, Rays outfielder Tommy Pham announced he is positive but asymptomatic. Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman tested positive over the weekend and is reportedly very sick.
No Cubs players have tested positive so far, but last week pitching coach Tommy Hottovy spoke about his battle with the infection and how he and his family were affected during and after his prognosis.