Things just went from bad to worse for Puig ...
... the positive COVID test has reportedly torpedoed his deal with the Atlanta Braves.
Puig's deal with the team was never finalized -- it hinged on him passing a COVID-19 test, according toNow, Rosenthal said the deal is off -- he won't be signing with the team -- and remains a free agent as the season draws closer.says he just learned he has COVID-19... and will quarantine for the foreseeable future."I will be quarantined until I receive 2 negative test results, which I hope will arrive shortly.
Puig says he's sad about his diagnosis --"but I believe that everything is in God's timing and that my return to MLB will happen in His perfect plan and timing for me."FYI -- the MLB's 60-game season is set to finally begin with Opening Day on July 23 and 24. Puig says he never believed it could happen to him ... and is urging everyone to"take this pandemic seriously, this can happen to anyone, even the healthiest athlete."
The 29-year-old ended his statement with a reminder to his fans to wear a mask, social distance, and follow your local protocols.Originally Published -- 12:22 PM PT
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