(CBSMiami)- The Marlins are in the midst of dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak within the team as reports indicate that at least 15 players have tested positive over the course of the last three days. Now, a new report from Marlins insider Craig Mish indicates that the team is expected to “pause” its 2020 season to allow the team to monitor the health and safety of its players.
The Miami Marlins 2020 season at least temporarily, has been paused. This will allow the team to continue to monitor health and safety of players.
— Craig Mish (@CraigMish) July 28, 2020
The report comes after continuing developments throughout the day left the team uncertain of whether it would play Wednesday and Thursday night’s games in Baltimore or host this weekend’s series against the Washington Nationals.