The Los Angeles Dodgers winning their first World Series since 1988 was shrouded in disappointment and some controversy as Justin Turner was removed in the eighth inning of Game 6 due to testing positive for coronavirus (COVID-19).
Turner was isolated from teammates and other personnel upon coming out, per MLB protocols. He was not with the Dodgers as their on-field celebration began, but Turner did eventually emerge for photos with the World Series trophy.
He was embraced by teammates, which has created a bit of a controversy for the league amid the ongoing pandemic. Turner’s actions have also drawn the ire of MLB commissioner Rob Manfred, and the matter is being investigated.