that MLB has extended support for MiLB players through May 31, or the beginning of the season, whichever comes first. MLB is looking to blunt the financial impact of the coronavirus on MiLB players, as MLB does not pay a salary or benefits to players during the off-season, spring training, or fall league baseball. The league had initially offered support from March 19 until April 8.
The support for eligible players will include their regular pay, the use of their Continuing Education Plan, and medical insurance. Those players not eligible include those on Major League contracts, already receiving housing and food from their clubs, and those on the retired, restricted, and ineligible lists.