On Feb. 22 the Carolina Hurricanes had to turn to 42-year-old emergency goalie David Ayres — a Zamboni driver by day — to play goalie in their game against the Maple Leafs. "Now I'm healthy and not contagious," Santander said, per ESPN. No reason was given for the placement, but Moustakas was scratched from the lineup Sunday morning after waking up “not feeling well,” in the words of manager David Bell, per the Cincinnati Enquirer's Bobby Nightengale. Djokovic and his wife later tested positive, and so did other tour participants. Read more here.JUNE 25As several schools have been forced to eliminate sports programs, Michigan might be next. The pay-per-view card will occur at the Florida site on Aug. 23.
The ATP and WTA have "embraced" the plan, Bodo adds citing sources, and it appears the USTA will make an announcement regarding the US Open once they get the green light from health officials in New York. Read more here.Astros star George Springer's COVID-19 test results have been delayed, and the Astros decided to cancel Tuesday's workout as a result. "Let's be clear: This is not Syria. Smith has not yet reported to camp, citing health and safety concerns relating to his family, though it is not yet clear whether he will formally opt out of the season. "The number of spectators allowed in the stadium will be 50%-60% of the usual capacity," the FFT said. What was surprising was the fact it was the Arizona Coyotes that ended up being the landing spot. Subscribe now to get full access to the new sports page. President David A. Thomas released a statement saying that the college will not compete in intercollegiate athletic competitions not only to keep athletes safe, but everyone else on campus as well. Read more here.Patrick Mahomes is feeling good about the precautions taken by the Chiefs for training camp, saying he was initially concerned about reporting to the team’s facility for camp due to COVID-19, but was reassured when he saw the steps that had been taken to prevent the spread of the virus. He rarely played after the new years holiday and was consistently the odd man out in a three-headed goalie rotation. Read more here.JULY 9Lou Williams said last month that he was contemplating sitting out the resumed NBA season in Orlando to focus on social issues, but it would appear the Los Angeles Clippers star is joining his teammates after all, as he appears to have traveled with the team to Florida. Maybe in the spring, but even then we are just guessing right now." But if he decides to play again in the NHL, there will be no shortage of teams lining up for him. His identity is not known at this time. Read more here.Michael Beasley signed with Brooklyn a week ago but tested positive for COVID-19 upon arriving to the Walt Disney World campus and didn’t clear quarantine. The only thing that remains the same is the ownership. In fact, esports has been flourishing. Just before the start of the season they fired general manager Paul Fenton after just one year on the job (and after he had already overseen the draft and free agency) and replaced him with Bill Guerin. According to the Larry Brooks of the New York Post, the playoffs will begin with the qualifying rounds on July 30, which is Phase 4 for the league's return-to-play plan.
Read more here.SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is now admitting football could be in jeopardy. Read more here.JULY 20If the New York Giants and New York Jets can play home NFL games this fall amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic, they will do so without fans attending MetLife Stadium. Under the proposal, those teams would be allowed a week of practice at their home facilities, beginning the second week of August. During an interview on ESPN Radio’s "Marty & McGee," Sankey admitted that his concern for the upcoming football season is “high to very high.” Given SEC teams will open their schedules in the first week of September, he also admitted that the conference is running out of time to get things done.
The six players are Cleveland Browns running back Dontrell Hilliard, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jon'Vea Johnson, Baltimore Ravens defensive back Nigel Warrior, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Kendall Futrell, Browns defensive back Jovante Moffatt and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Aleva Hifo. The league will rely on consistent testing to ensure that the coronavirus is not spreading among players and team personnel. Teams previously not scheduled to play in August were set to open campaigns over Labor Day weekend. Moncada had been on the IL since July 10. Read more here.MAY 27Although Japanese fans can't attend games, the league has found a way to help them connect with their teams.
Better yet, fans who renew their 2021 season tickets can get a personalized cutout of themselves and it will be placed around the stadium during games. by: Larry Hawley. Read more here.The NBA has set up a hotline that is meant to allow players and personnel to anonymously report anyone who is not following proper social-distancing protocol.
The ATP and WTA have "embraced" the plan, Bodo adds citing sources, and it appears the USTA will make an announcement regarding the US Open once they get the green light from health officials in New York. Read more here.Astros star George Springer's COVID-19 test results have been delayed, and the Astros decided to cancel Tuesday's workout as a result. "Let's be clear: This is not Syria. Smith has not yet reported to camp, citing health and safety concerns relating to his family, though it is not yet clear whether he will formally opt out of the season. "The number of spectators allowed in the stadium will be 50%-60% of the usual capacity," the FFT said. What was surprising was the fact it was the Arizona Coyotes that ended up being the landing spot. Subscribe now to get full access to the new sports page. President David A. Thomas released a statement saying that the college will not compete in intercollegiate athletic competitions not only to keep athletes safe, but everyone else on campus as well. Read more here.Patrick Mahomes is feeling good about the precautions taken by the Chiefs for training camp, saying he was initially concerned about reporting to the team’s facility for camp due to COVID-19, but was reassured when he saw the steps that had been taken to prevent the spread of the virus. He rarely played after the new years holiday and was consistently the odd man out in a three-headed goalie rotation. Read more here.JULY 9Lou Williams said last month that he was contemplating sitting out the resumed NBA season in Orlando to focus on social issues, but it would appear the Los Angeles Clippers star is joining his teammates after all, as he appears to have traveled with the team to Florida. Maybe in the spring, but even then we are just guessing right now." But if he decides to play again in the NHL, there will be no shortage of teams lining up for him. His identity is not known at this time. Read more here.Michael Beasley signed with Brooklyn a week ago but tested positive for COVID-19 upon arriving to the Walt Disney World campus and didn’t clear quarantine. The only thing that remains the same is the ownership. In fact, esports has been flourishing. Just before the start of the season they fired general manager Paul Fenton after just one year on the job (and after he had already overseen the draft and free agency) and replaced him with Bill Guerin. According to the Larry Brooks of the New York Post, the playoffs will begin with the qualifying rounds on July 30, which is Phase 4 for the league's return-to-play plan.
Read more here.SEC commissioner Greg Sankey is now admitting football could be in jeopardy. Read more here.JULY 20If the New York Giants and New York Jets can play home NFL games this fall amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic, they will do so without fans attending MetLife Stadium. Under the proposal, those teams would be allowed a week of practice at their home facilities, beginning the second week of August. During an interview on ESPN Radio’s "Marty & McGee," Sankey admitted that his concern for the upcoming football season is “high to very high.” Given SEC teams will open their schedules in the first week of September, he also admitted that the conference is running out of time to get things done.
The six players are Cleveland Browns running back Dontrell Hilliard, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jon'Vea Johnson, Baltimore Ravens defensive back Nigel Warrior, Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Kendall Futrell, Browns defensive back Jovante Moffatt and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Aleva Hifo. The league will rely on consistent testing to ensure that the coronavirus is not spreading among players and team personnel. Teams previously not scheduled to play in August were set to open campaigns over Labor Day weekend. Moncada had been on the IL since July 10. Read more here.MAY 27Although Japanese fans can't attend games, the league has found a way to help them connect with their teams.
Better yet, fans who renew their 2021 season tickets can get a personalized cutout of themselves and it will be placed around the stadium during games. by: Larry Hawley. Read more here.The NBA has set up a hotline that is meant to allow players and personnel to anonymously report anyone who is not following proper social-distancing protocol.