Washington Nationals to play 2020 home games at Nationals Park

The Washington Nationals will play their 2020 home games at Nationals Park, officials with the team confirmed to FOX 5.

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Earlier this week, the Washington Post reported that it was unclear if the defending World Series champions would open the season at the home field due to D.C.’s COVID-19 guidelines.

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Due to the coronavirus pandemic, players in teams across the league have adapted to COVID-19 tests, social distancing and wearing masks in the clubhouse.

The season begins next Thursday night with the Nationals hosting the New York Yankees.

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