Word came down as the Phillies were still playing the Rays this afternoon, a game they eventually won, 8-4. The Phils finished Spring Training with a 14-5 record, and plenty of questions.
According to MLB.com, the action was taken "in the interests of the safety and well-being of our players, clubs, and our millions of loyal fans." It's hard to argue with logic like that, especially after the NBA, Major League Soccer, NHL, and the NCAA all ended action effective immediately. So no March Madness, and nobody seems to know if the NBA or NHL seasons will resume.
It's really disappointing to have to wait for baseball, but I absolutely see the bigger picture. I'm trying to look on the bright side. As I might have mentioned here before, Opening Day is my personal religious holiday and the weather is almost always terrible. A delayed start to the season means the weather will most likely be better by the time the games actually begin. Yep, that's me, Mr. Optimist.
Here's hoping the shutdown won't last too long and this pandemic will fade away soon. My train to and from work in Center City Philadelphia has been getting emptier by the day. And tomorrow, everyone from my workplace will be working remotely to see if our IT can handle it should a decision be made to "socially distance" or quarantine.
And don't rely on Facebook or Instagram for information about the coronavirus. There are two absolutely solid and reliable sources of information available to you-the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American College of Physicians. No politics, no bullshit, just solid, scientific information. You're welcome.
So stay safe, wash your hands often, and for god's sake, if you feel sick, stay the hell home.
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