PT TODAY: Britton next in line with Chapman sidelined?

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Yankees | Aroldis Chapman sidelined with virus
New York Yankees RP Aroldis Chapman has tested positive for the coronavirus and will be away from the team 'for the foreseeable future' manager Aaron Boone said Saturday, July 11.  Source: MLB.com - Bryan Hoch
 
BHQ take: Britton's name was the first one mentioned by manager Aaron Boone when asked about covering for Chapman's possible absence in the early season. While that makes sense given his success in the ninth inning from 2014-2016, Britton's skills have dipped significantly in the last three seasons. Nonetheless, the manager's trust will mean everything...

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