It’s only fitting Dr. Anthony Fauci is scheduled to throw out the ceremonial first pitch Thursday in an empty Nationals Park to begin the coronavirus-delayed 2020 Major League Baseball season.
The mere sight of the nation’s most trusted voice on the COVID-19 pandemic before the nationally televised Washington Nationals-New York Yankees opener should remind players and fans alike the only clear path to a better future for the nation and the sport is to follow the advice of experts regarding health and safety protocols.
Baseball is back, if you haven’t heard, and this 60-game sprint to October will be a season like no other.