Morning Briefing: Aroldis Chapman Latest To Test Positive For COVID-19

Good Morning, Mets fans!

Saturday marked another day closer to the start of the 2020 MLB season!

In his press conference Saturday, Yoenis Cespedes announced that he will be ready for Opening Day.

The Mets have a planned off day on Monday, July 13th, an attempt to stay rested before the start of the 2020 season.

Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for COVID-19.

The Orioles have shown interest in signing free agent Yasiel Puig.

Rays catcher Kevan Smith has strong feelings about the lack of citizens wearing masks in Florida.

The Padres have released infielder Brian Dozier.

Phillies infielder Scott Kingery joins his teammates after testing positive for COVID-19 a month prior.

Braves pitcher Cole Hamels is uncertain to make the Opening Day roster, as he is dealing with triceps tendinitis.

Curious as to who the MMO crew thinks will win the end of the season awards in 2020? Find out here.

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Stay safe, and let’s go Mets!