Minor League Baseball to Delay Start of 2020 Season
Published on March 12, 2020 under International League (IL1)
Louisville Bats News Release
St. Petersburg, FL, March 12, 2020 - Minor League Baseball (MiLB) issued the following statement today:
"In light of the current coronavirus outbreak, and after consultation with medical professionals and our partners at Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball will delay the start of the 2020 Championship Season. We will continue to monitor the developments and will announce additional information about the 2020 season at a later date. We will work with Major League Baseball and our community partners to resume play as soon as it is safe to do so. The health and safety of Minor League Baseball fans, players and executives is our top priority, and our thoughts are with those around the world who have been affected by this outbreak."
The Louisville Bats will provide additional updates as they become available.
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