MLB halts spring training games; here’s what it means for Opening Day

Major League Baseball has halted spring training games as of 4 p.m. March 12 in an effort to limit the spread of the coronavirus. The move will delay Opening Day by at least two weeks, according to a statement from the league, which conducted a conference call with the 30 team owners on March 12. But MLB officials plan to continue monitoring events leading up to the start of the season in order to remain flexible about scheduling and develop multiple contingency plans. The Houston Astros' Opening…