One day after cancelling all remaining Spring Training games, postponing the World Baseball Classic qualifying games, and delaying the start of the 2020 season by at least two weeks, Major League Baseball additionally suspended camps as the sport grapples with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“Major League players can elect to return home, remain in their Spring Training cities, or return to their Club’s home city,” their statement announced. “This step is in the best interests of players, employees and the communities who host Spring Training.
“MLB will continue to monitor ongoing events and undertake the precautions and best practices recommended by public health experts.