Covid Concerns Send Braves Markakis to IL as Atlanta Calls Up Christian Pache

ATLANTA (AP) – Atlanta Braves outfielder Nick Markakis has been placed on the 10-day injured list after potentially being exposed to COVID-19. The Braves announced the move just before the start of their game against the Nationals. Markakis initially opted out of the season because of concerns about the coronavirus. A few games into the season, the 36-year-old changed his mind and decided to play. He rejoined the Braves a couple of weeks ago and provided a boost to an injury plagued lineup, batting .353 with six RBIs and a walk-off homer in his first 11 games. Outfielder Cristian Pache has been activated.

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