The Pirates confirmed that the Dominican, who had been removed from practices during the week, tested positive for Covid-19.
The Dominican gardener Gregory Polanco positive for coronavirus and its absence in Pittsburgh Pirates I could put him out of action for him Opening day from July 24 before Saint Louis Cardinals.
During the week, the ranger had not been part of the practices and, according to the franchise, it was by personal decision due to presenting symptoms and with the intention of not infecting the other members.
Derek Shelton, the team’s leader, confirmed the news and remarked that the Dominican player himself granted permission to reveal his identity as a Covid-19 positive.
If Polanco does not arrive for Opening Day, his compatriots Sócrates Britos and Eirk González appear among the options.
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