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Approximately 40 major-leaguers staying in Pirates camp

BRADENTON, Fla. -- Approximately 40 Pirates major-league players, along with members of the coaching staff, are expected to remain in Bradenton, Fla. to utilize the facilities during the league-wide shutdown amid the coronavirus pandemic, the team said Saturday.

They will start with a light workout Monday. Camps and workouts will remain closed to the public.

There were 47 active players and three injured players -- Jameson Taillon, Steven Brault and Clay Holmes -- remaining in their major-league camp. The club had their first batch of cuts on Mar. 9 and 10, sending a dozen players to minor-league spring training.