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  • MLBPA, WH talk pandemic as season draws near
    • MLBPA, WH talk pandemic as season draws near
    MLBPA representatives spoke with White House officials Thursday morning about the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic amid ongoing discussions over health and safety protocols for the start of spring training and the regular season....2021
  • • NBA Rumors: League Extends Tightened COVID-19 Protocols Two More Weeks
    The NBA recently tightened its COVID-19 health and safety protocols as cases across the league spiked, and they aren’t going back just yet. The league and Players’ Association have agreed to extend the stricter protocols another two weeks, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. There apparently will be some revisions, though. “Traveling party members are […] The ...2021
  • Sources: NBA to tighten mask rules for players
    • Sources: NBA to tighten mask rules for players
    The NBA will begin requiring players to wear KN95 or KF94 masks in all instances where required as part of the league's tightening of health and safety protocols, sources told ESPN....2021
  • • Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Paul George speak on facing Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, James Harden, Nets
    The Los Angeles Clippers took care of the New York Knicks on Sunday afternoon, extending their winning streak to three games. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George led the way in their second game back from the NBA’s health and safety protocols. Just hours later, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, James Harden, and the new-look Brooklyn Nets, […] The post Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Paul George sp...2021
  • • NBA Rumors: League Recorded Just One Positive COVID-19 Test Last Week
    Despite continuing to postpone games due to health and safety protocols, the NBA’s COVID-19 situation appears to be improving. The league had just one positive COVID-19 test out of 492 players tested since Jan. 20, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. This is a major improvement compared to the two weeks prior. The NBA reported […] The post NBA Rumors: League Recorded Just...2021
  • • Jimmy Butler returning to Heat vs. Kings after 10 games missed
    The Miami Heat have made Jimmy Butler available for their Saturday night matchup against the Sacramento Kings after missing time due to health and safety protocols. Butler has missed the last 10 games, a stretch that saw the Heat struggle and go 2-8. Sophomore shooting guard Tyler Herro is also set to return after suffering […] The post Jimmy Butler returning to Heat vs. Kings after 10 games...2021
  • • Kawhi Leonard, Paul George speak out on missing games due to NBA’s COVID-19 protocols
    Kawhi Leonard and Paul George returned to the LA Clippers lineup in blistering fashion Friday night. After missing the last two games and being away from the team for more than four days due to the NBA’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols, both Leonard and George re-joined the team Friday morning and were made available […] The post Kawhi Leonard, Paul George speak out on missing gam...2021
  • • Heat’s Jimmy Butler’s stunning weight loss during NBA’s COVID-19 safety protocol absence
    Heat star Jimmy Butler has missed several weeks due to COVID-19 health and safety protocols. Since his absence, Miami has struggled to find its footing in the Eastern Conference this season. Although it is not confirmed whether Butler tested positive for covid, there seem to have been some effects on his body during his time […] The post Heat’s Jimmy Butler’s stunning weight loss durin...2021
  • • Report: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Paul George will return vs. Magic after exiting health and safety protocols
    The Los Angeles Clippers are getting both of their superstars back for Friday night’s matchup with the Orlando Magic. Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are eligible to play after exiting health and safety protocols, per ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk. Leonard and George both missed each of the team’s last two games due to contact tracing. The […] The post Report: Clippers’ Kawhi L...2021
  • Kawhi, George clear protocol, to return for Clips
    • Kawhi, George clear protocol, to return for Clips
    Paul George and Kawhi Leonard rejoined the Clippers for Friday's game in Orlando after missing the first two games on this six-game road swing while in the league's health and safety protocols....2021

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Safety Protocols injury and suspension

  • • Jimmy Butler still remains out for Heat due to COVID-19 protocols
    The Miami Heat will still be without star forward Jimmy Butler for Wednesday’s tilt against the Denver Nuggets. The 31-year-old has not yet received clearance from the league to rejoin his squad due to the NBA’s stringent health and safety protocols. This report comes via Tim Reynolds of the Associated Press: Heat injury report for […] The post Jimmy Butler still remains out for ...2021
  • • Heat Rule Out Eight Players Ahead Of Tuesday’s Game Against 76ers
    Will the Miami Heat have enough players to compete against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday? That’s the big question Monday after the Heat listed eight players on its injury report due to health and safety protocols. The following players have been ruled out: Bam Adebayo (C)Avery Bradley (G)Jimmy Butler (F)Goran Dragic (G)Maurice Harkless (F)Udonis Haslem […] The post Heat Rule Out Ei...2021
  • C's short-handed; Tatum hits protocol, then Beal
    • C's short-handed; Tatum hits protocol, then Beal
    Nine of the Celtics' 17 players were listed on the latest injury report -- most due to health and safety protocols. The Wizards' Bradley Beal, who played against the Celtics on Friday, is also in the protocol....2021
  • • Adam Silver Addresses Not Suspending James Harden: ‘It’s Christmas’
    James Harden apparently got an early Christmas gift from the NBA. The league has spared the Houston Rockets star suspension for attending an indoor gathering earlier this week that violated COVID-19 health and safety protocols. The NBA currently prohibits players and staff from attending gatherings of 15-plus people or entering establishments such as bars and […] The post Adam Silver Address...2020
  • • MLB, MLBPA reportedly agree to new COVID-19 safety protocols; rule breakers face season-long suspension
    Players and staff who break the new rules could be banned for the remainder of the 2020 season...2020
  • • NFL lays out robust disciplinary plan for breaking safety protocols
    What I'm Hearing: USA TODAY Sports' Mike Jones breaks down the numerous fines and possible suspensions that the NFL is ready to issue to players if they don't follow proper safety protocols.        ...2020

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Safety Protocols lifestyle

  • • Nuggets’ Jamal Murray comes to Kyrie Irving’s defense amid all the hate
    Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray wishes the media would shed more light on Kyrie Irving’s good deeds, rather than focusing on his misgivings. Irving faces punishment after potentially violating the NBA’s Health and Safety protocols by attending his sister’s birthday party without a mask. “Uncle Drew” had already missed the team’s previous three games due [̷...2021
  • • Nets’ Kyrie Irving could lose more than $460,000 per game due to NBA’s health and safety protocol violation
    Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving stands to pay a steep price should he be penalized for violating the NBA’s Health and Safety Protocols. Irving, who was allegedly without a mask at a family birthday party, could be fined upwards of $460,000 per game, per Marc Stein of the New York Times. The NBA has formally […] The post Nets’ Kyrie Irving could lose more than $460,000 per ...2021

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Safety Protocols trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Bucks-Wizards game postponed due to Health and Safety Protocols
    Though the 2020-21 NBA season has already had its fair share of fascinating moments and one blockbuster trade, there is one simple fact that is putting a damper on all the action: COVID-19 continues to run roughshod over the United States. The Milwaukee Bucks and Washington Wizards have announced that the team’s scheduled game on […] The post Bucks-Wizards game postponed due to Health and Sa...2021
  • • Nets star Kyrie Irving could forfeit $1.23M for violating NBA’s health and safety protocols
    Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving could lose roughly $1.23 million in salary if he’s found to have violated the NBA’s health and safety protocols. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, if Irving is forced to enter “mandated isolation” due to breach of protocol, he would face a $410,000 salary reduction per game missed. If Brooklyn’s Kyrie […] The post Nets star...2021
  • NBA, NBPA say zero players have tested positive for COVID-19 since Dec. 24
    • NBA, NBPA say zero players have tested positive for COVID-19 since Dec. 24
    The NBA and National Basketball Players Association offered a positive  report regarding their health and safety protocols following the first  week of the 2020-21 season....2020
  • • Rockets need to embrace the chaos amid James Harden trade rumors
    The Houston Rockets find themselves winless after two games, with some of their players still out because of the NBA’s COVID-19 health and safety protocols. After receiving a light punishment for violating those protocols, All-Star guard James Harden played in the team’s first two games despite reports he’s looking for a way out to try […] The post Rockets need to embrace the chaos ami...2020
  • • Al Michaels will miss Sunday Night Football due to COVID-19 safety protocols
    Al Michaels will not be in the booth with Cris Collinsworth for Sunday night’s game between the Browns and Giants. NBC Sports announced on Friday that Michaels has not been cleared to work the game due to COVID-19 safety protocols. Mike Tirico will join Collinsworth to call the game with Michele Tafoya also on hand [more]...2020
  • NFL fines Raiders further for COVID-19 violations, bringing total to $1.2 million
    • NFL fines Raiders further for COVID-19 violations, bringing total to $1.2 million
    It was reported Thursday that the NFL stripped the Raiders of their 2021 sixth-round draft pick and fined the team $500,000 for repeated violations of the league's health and safety protocols....2020
  • • Indians GM: Clevinger breaking safety protocols had nothing to do with trade
    2020
  • • NHL Players Association agrees on return to play format
    The NHLPA has voted in favor of a 24-team playoffs Friday night, the NHL got a lot closer to returning to play when the players association voted in favor of the a proposed new playoff format. This doesn’t guarantee that we will see hockey this summer as the two sides still have a lot to negotiate - chief among them a revenue split and safety measures - but it’s a big step towards getting back on ...2020
  • • North Carolina governor OKs NASCAR to race at Charlotte
    The governor of North Carolina said Tuesday that NASCAR can go forward with the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway without fans in attendance at the end of May unless health conditions deteriorate in the state. Gov. Roy Cooper said he and state public health officials have had discussions with NASCAR and the speedway located in Concord regarding safety protocols for staging the race. Coop...2020
  • • Urban Legends of the NFL: Did Frightened Refs Stage the Immaculate Reception?
    2016

Safety Protocols stats and results

  • • DeMarcus Cousins, Rudy Gay Find Creative Way To Dap Up With NBA’s New Protocols
    The NBA is dealing with a spike in COVID-19 cases. It’s been forced to postpone a number of games, with teams unable to dress enough players thanks to positive tests and subsequent contact tracing. As a result, the league decided to tighten up its health and safety protocols in hopes it won’t have to pause […] The post DeMarcus Cousins, Rudy Gay Find Creative Way To Dap Up With N...2021
  • • NBA Rumors: These Four Rockets Players Must Quarantine Until Wednesday
    The Houston Rockets apparently are going to be shorthanded the next few days. Four players — John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins, Eric Gordon and Mason Jones — have been ordered to quarantine after being deemed close contacts to a positive COVID-19 case under the NBA’s health and safety protocols, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. As a result, […] The post NBA Rumors: These Four...2020

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  • • Bucks-Wizards game postponed due to Health and Safety Protocols
    2021
  • • Adrian Wojnarowski Explains Why NBA Hasn’t Paused Season Due To COVID-19
    COVID-19 walloped the NBA this week, with four games postponed in the last three days. But there currently is no plan to pause the 2020-21 season at the moment, according to NBA spokesperson Mike Bass. Instead, the league is expanding its health and safety protocols in hopes of keeping things relatively on track. But why […] The post Adrian Wojnarowski Explains Why NBA Hasn’t Paused Se...2021
  • • Nets’ Kyrie Irving could lose more than $460,000 per game due to NBA’s health and safety protocol violation
    2021
  • • Atlanta Falcons to allow fans for Oct. 11 game vs. Carolina Panthers
    Additionally, 500 "friends, family and associates" will be welcomed to this Sunday's game between the Falcons and Chicago Bears played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This is to serve as a test of health and safety protocols....2020
  • • How to Deal with Anxiety Around Return to Play
    CoachesParentsThe following article is part of a content partnership with TrueSport, a positive youth sports movement powered by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). TrueSport has partnered with more than 20 sport NGBs to promote a positive culture of youth sport with expert content and programming. As young athletes return to practice after being away from friends and coaches for months due to CO...2020
  • • Safety protocols include Fox calling NASCAR race from studio
    Jeff Gordon thought his wife, a former model, was kidding when she asked the NASCAR Hall of Famer to color her graying roots. Gordon, now in his fifth season as part of Fox Sports' broadcast team, will not be at the track....2020
  • • Urban Legends of the NFL: Did Frightened Refs Stage the Immaculate Reception?
    2016

Top Safety Protocols news

  • • Sources: MLBPA agrees to play, talking protocols
    The MLBPA agreed Tuesday to report to camps by July 1 for a 60-game season but is still discussing health-and-safety protocols....2020
  • • Players Intend To Report By July 1
    Major League Baseball and the MLBPA are continuing to discuss health and safety protocols for a potential 2020 season, but it doesn’t appear the players will stand in the way of an agreement. The union has informed the league that the players intend to report to spring training 2.0 by July 1, Bob Nightengale of…...2020
  • • Report: Marlins didn't follow safety protocols in Atlanta
    2020
  • • NFL, union agree on daily testing for start of camp
    The NFL and its players have reached agreement on the testing aspect of their COVID-19 safety protocols that would require daily testing for the first two weeks of training camp....2020
  • • NHL adopts 24-team playoff if season returns
    The NHL and the NHLPA must still figure out health and safety protocols and solve other issues, including where to play, when and if the season resumes with a 24-team playoff format....2020
  • • NHL adopts 24-team playoff if season resumes
    The NHL and the NHLPA must still figure out health and safety protocols and solve other issues, including where to play, when and if the season resumes with a 24-team playoff format....2020
  • • Roger Goodell addresses social justice, lack of fan attendance policy and safety protocols
    The NFL commissioner addressed the upcoming season in a conference call...2020
  • • Cubs star Anthony Rizzo blasts MLB for lack of player safety protocols during rain delays
    The Cubs game against the Reds on Thursday was postponed due to rain...2020
  • • Cleveland pitcher Zach Plesac issues apology for breaking coronavirus protocols in Chicago
    It's the first known instance of a MLB player punished for violating health and safety protocols...2020
  • • Latest On Teams’ Plans For Second Spring Training
    While the league and the MLBPA have yet to reach a formal agreement on either player compensation or health/safety protocols for a rebooted 2020 season, teams are still preparing for a shortened restart of “Spring” Training — ideally beginning in mid-June. The goal is for a three-week training period to lead into an 82-game season…...2020
  • • Indians Place Mike Clevinger, Zach Plesac On Restricted List
    The Indians announced today that right-handers Zach Plesac and Mike Clevinger have been placed on the restricted list. Both pitchers violated the league’s health and safety protocols over the weekend when they went out after Saturday night’s game. In a pair of corresponding moves, Cleveland reinstated outfielder Tyler Naquin from the injured list and recalled…...2020
  • • Cleveland pitcher sent home after breaking MLB's coronavirus protocols in Chicago, per report
    It's the first known instance of a MLB player to be punished for violating health and safety protocols...2020
  • • Sources: NBA players briefed on security details
    A comprehensive security plan to help enforce the health and safety protocols for the NBA's restart in Orlando has been shared with players, sources say....2020
  • • Video: Enes Kanter gives special inside look at unique return to Celtics’ practice facility
    Boston Celtics big man Enes Kanter gave fans an inside scoop at how the team is handling the safety protocols imparted by the NBA. The Turkish center took to Instagram and served a fresh look at the staff disinfecting the rims before every pair of players enters the court: Enes Kanter shared some of the […] The post Video: Enes Kanter gives special inside look at unique return to CelticsR...2020

Safety Protocols schedule, game

  • • MLBPA, WH talk pandemic as season draws near
    2021
  • • Jimmy Butler returning to Heat vs. Kings after 10 games missed
    2021
  • • Kawhi Leonard, Paul George speak out on missing games due to NBA’s COVID-19 protocols
    2021
  • • Report: Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard, Paul George will return vs. Magic after exiting health and safety protocols
    2021
  • • Bulls vs. Grizzlies game scheduled for January 27, 2021 is postponed
    The National Basketball Association game scheduled for this Wednesday, January 27, 2021 between the Chicago Bulls and Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum has been postponed in accordance with the league’s Health and Safety Protocols. The game is being postponed due to contact tracing within the Grizzlies and the length of time preceding the game during which … Continue reading "Bulls vs. Grizzli...2021
  • • Celtics’ Jayson Tatum return on the horizon? Brad Stevens provides an update
    Boston Celtics guard Jayson Tatum will soon return to the starting lineup for the team, after being out for almost two weeks due to testing positive for COVID-19 and following safety protocols associated with containing the virus. The Celtics tweeted an update that reported promising news for the team: #NEBHInjuryReport update: Brad Stevens says of […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum re...2021
  • • Bucks-Wizards game postponed due to Health and Safety Protocols
    2021
  • • Wizards vs. Bucks game scheduled for January 22, 2021 is postponed
    The NBA game scheduled for Friday, January 22, 2021 between the Washington Wizards and Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum has been postponed in accordance with the league’s Health and Safety Protocols. The game is being postponed due to the number of unavailable players for the Wizards, contact tracing for other players on their roster, and … Continue reading "Wizards vs. Bucks game scheduled f...2021
  • • Grizzlies games scheduled for January 22, 24 and 25 are postponed
    The Memphis Grizzlies’ next three games — Friday, Jan. 22 at Portland and Sunday, Jan. 24 and Monday, Jan. 25 vs. Sacramento — have been postponed in accordance with the NBA’s Health and Safety Protocols. The games are being postponed due to unavailable players for the Grizzlies and contact tracing for other players on their … Continue reading "Grizzlies games scheduled for Janua...2021
  • • Jayson Tatum’s improved odds to return vs. Sixers, per Celtics coach Brad Stevens
    The Boston Celtics have been missing the services of superstar forward Jayson Tatum over the past couple of games, as the 22-year-old continues to remain out due to health and safety protocols. However, it appears that the All-Star wing will return to action sooner rather than later, with Cs coach Brad Stevens providing an optimistic […] The post Jayson Tatum’s improved odds to return ...2021

Safety Protocols rumors, scandals

  • • Urban Legends of the NFL: Did Frightened Refs Stage the Immaculate Reception?
    2016

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