The New York Mets received grim news Monday when Marcus Stroman informed the team that he would be opting-out of the 2020 season. Stroman’s decision revolves around his family situation. Once he saw two major outbreaks, he didn’t feel comfortable continuing.
Marcus Stroman said opting out was a "collective family decision." He said there are "too many uncertainties, too many unknowns" to play this year.
Stroman says his calf is back to 100% with his calf. This has nothing to do with that.
— Tim Healey (@timbhealey) August 10, 2020
Marcus Stroman on what changed his mind: Marlins/Cardinals outbreaks, spikes elsewhere in the country, players across baseball not following protocols and the Mets' upcoming trip to Miami all factored in.