Breaking news
12:33 PM PT – Star infielder of the nationals Ryan Zimmerman He has also chosen to stay out of the 2020 MLB season due to health problems … this according to multiple reports.
His teammate, pitcher Joe Ross, has also been excluded … according to MASN.
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Mike Leake He is the first MLB player to be officially banned from the 2020 season … with his agent confirming the news on Monday morning.
The 32-year-old, who almost had a perfect game last season, released a statement via Danny Horwits … saying he won’t participate in the league’s shortened 60-game plan next month.
“During this global pandemic, Mike and his family had a lot of discussions about playing this season,” the agent told ESPN. Jeff passan.
“They took into account countless factors, many of which are personal to him and his family.”
Horwits continued … “After careful consideration, he decided not to play in 2020. This was not an easy decision for Mike.”
The agent did not disclose why Leake decided to stay out of the season … but more players are expected to follow before next month’s training camp.
“He wishes the best of luck and health to his Diamondback teammates this season and is looking forward to 2021.”
Leake has been a solid pitcher in the league since he made his debut in 2010 … and won 12 games for the Mariners and Diamondbacks last year.
Originally posted – 11:30 AM PT
