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New York Yankees: Aroldis Chapman is ready to return from COVID-19

The New York Yankees lost a setup man in Tommy Kahnle on Friday night, but they gained an All-Star closer.

That’s right, Aroldis Chapman is set to return after a full recovery from COVID-19, per ESPN’s Marly Rivera.

Chapman has been out since July 11, when he tested positive for COVID-19.

Luckily, he was asymptomatic and stayed fit in a home gym during his quarantine.

“I had an excellent week working at home, maintaining my work rhythm,” Chapman said in a recent Instagram post. “Although I cannot leave the house, I’m trying to stay in shape.