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NBA, MLB, MLS and NHL Team Up To Limit Locker Room Access Due To Coronavirus

The 4 major American pro sports leagues currently in season -- NBA, MLB, MLS, and NHL -- have all decided to temporarily ban the media from locker room and club house access due to Coronavirus.

“After consultation with infectious disease and public health experts, and given the issues that can be associated with close contact in pre- and post-game settings, all team locker rooms and clubhouses will be open only to players and essential employees of teams and team facilities until further notice," the 4 pro leagues said in a rare joint statement.

"Media access will be maintained in designated locations outside of the locker room and clubhouse setting.