The Athletic’s senior writer Britt Ghiroli dropped this unfortunate piece of news just now.
The Nationals plan to play the Braves Monday, though the 4 positives and 5 players who are additionally in quarantine will not be eligible, Mike Rizzo says.
Max Scherzer is the assumed starter.— Britt Ghiroli (@Britt_Ghiroli) April 2, 2021The Nationals, who had their series against the New York Mets canceled due to COVID positive tests and contact tracing look to begin their season this Monday against the Braves with the unfortunate news that they will be down NINE (9!