CHICAGO, Illinois (WKBN) – Cleveland Guardians’ manager Terry Francona has tested positive for COVID-19 and will not manage the series finale against the Chicago White Sox.
Bench coach DeMarlo Hale will fill in as manager on Wednesday.
Francona could likewise miss at least a portion of the upcoming weekend series in Minnesota, depending on test results.
The Guardians will have an off-day on Thursday before continuing their road trip with three games in Minneapolis against the Twins.
Cleveland is currently 15-15 on the season.