Braves `Ultimate Pro` OF Nick Markakis Opts Out of Season
(WorldNews Greece)

ATLANTA — Greek-American Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis opted out of the 2020 season on July 6 due to increased concerns about the coronavirus pandemic. Markakis is the second Atlanta veteran in two days to announce plans to sit out the 60-game season. He follows right-hander Félix Hernández, the former Cy Young winner with Seattle who was competing for a rotation spot before opting out on Sunday. The 36-year-old Markakis said Monday he was uneasy about playing the season without fans and then was swayed by his telephone conversation with teammate...