As part of Major League Baseball’s health and safety protocols for the 2020 season, individuals can opt out if they feel uncomfortable playing in the current conditions. For the Los Angeles Dodgers, they are without David Price this year for that exact reason.
Price, acquired from the Boston Red Sox in February, announced his plans to sit out on the Fourth of July. The decision was especially difficult given that he was expected to be a significant contributor in the Dodgers starting rotation.
While his presence is certainly missed in the clubhouse, Price continues to stay in touch with his teammates from afar.