MLB team cancels game as players test positive for COVID-19: ESPN

MLB team cancels game as players test positive for COVID-19: ESPN

At least 14 players and staff contracted virus

July 27, 2020, 1:57 PM

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The Miami Marlins canceled their home opener against the Baltimore Orioles Monday night after at least 14 members of the team tested positive for the coronavirus, according to sources who told ESPN.

On Sunday, eight players and two coaches tested positive, sources told ESPN. Four other members of the team, which is currently in Philadelphia, had recently tested positive.

Jesus Aguilar #24, Brian Anderson #15, Francisco Cervelli #29, and Corey Dickerson #23 of the Miami Marlins react after a three run home run by Anderson in the top of the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 26, 2020 in Philadelphia.

Jesus Aguilar #24, Brian Anderson #15, Francisco Cervelli #29, and Corey Dickerson #23 of the Miami Marlins react after a three run home run by Anderson in the top of the fifth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 26, 2020 in Philadelphia. Mitchell Leff/Getty Images

The Marlins just wrapped up a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies over the weekend.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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