MLB Player & Personnel Protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19
- Players, coaches and support staff will be tested for COVID-19 every other day during Summer Camp, the regular season and postseason.
- Players will receive temperature/symptom checks at least twice per day.
- Antibody testing will be conducted approximately once per month.
- The designated-hitter rule will be used in 2020, part of the league’s health and safety protocols for this season.
- Team Personnel and players not likely to participate in the game will be sitting in the stands, at least six feet apart.
- Non-playing personnel must wear masks in the dugout and bullpen at all times.
- No spitting or chewing of tobacco and/or sunflower seeds. Chewing gum is permitted.
- No celebratory contact (high-fives, fist bumps, hugs, etc.).
- A ball will be thrown out once it has been touched by multiple players.