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MLB Still Hopes to Start Spring Training on Schedule

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Managers say Major League Baseball has instructed them to prepare for spring training to start on time in midFebruary

Major League Baseball has instructed managers to prepare for spring training to start on time in mid-February despite uncertainty around COVID-19.

Managers say they expect the 2021 season to start with health protocols in place to prevent COVID-19 outbreaks, but they also don't plan to mandate vaccines for players when one is made available.

Tampa Bay manager Kevin Cash says the league is optimistic about an on-time start after the commissioner's office spoke with managers yesterday.

With files from the Associated Press