Another result of the Coronavirus scare

[1929tudor]

what about the sports show and autographed guests? the one in Chicago this weekend maybe should be cancelled

[sox83cubs84]

I haven't been made aware of any such news about the show yet. Your question, however, is a valid one, especially in regards to fan/athlete contact during the autograph sessions. The concept, in terms of the current health scare, makes total sense. The only frowny faces would come from fans unaware of the show organizer's actions and, sadly, a few of the more profit-driven dealers, who would squawk because the show's attendance would likely plummet with no autograph guests. Your reasoning is spot on; I'm just not sure how show promoters will respond, both here and at other shows.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

The world was put on notice that the Summer 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo have been postponed until as yet unspecified dates in 2021.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

As of 3:30 PM on 3/12, the Chicago Sports Spectacular website still plans to hold their event. However, as of this point in time 19 autograph guests have cancelled their appearance due to the COVID19 pandemic. This is up from 11 cancellations just this morning.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

As of 3:30 PM on 3/12, the Chicago Sports Spectacular website still plans to hold their event. However, as of this point in time 19 autograph guests have cancelled their appearance due to the COVID19 pandemic. This is up from 11 cancellations just this morning.

Dave Miedema

After mandates issued by Illinois Gov. Jerry Pritzker, this even was cancelled based on crowd size restrictions. The show was officially shut down Thursday evening while a number of dealers were using the evening for early table/booth set-up. No word as of now as to whether the event is totally cancelled or whether it'll be held at a later date.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

If you're an oldie but a goodie (like me), you'll remember an NFL kicker named Tom Dempsey. Now 73 and being treated for Alzheimer's and dementia. It was announced that he contracted COVID19 a few days ago. Fortunately he has apparently recovered

Dave Miedema.

[tom1315]

If you're an oldie but a goodie (like me), you'll remember an NFL kicker named Tom Dempsey. Now 73 and being treated for Alzheimer's and dementia. It was announced that he contracted COVID19 a few days ago. Fortunately he has apparently recovered

Dave Miedema.

Dave I recall this Saints kicker...held the record for longest FG made for many years...so glad he has recovered!

Tom

[sox83cubs84]

Dave I recall this Saints kicker...held the record for longest FG made for many years...so glad he has recovered!

Tom

Sadly, the news of Dempsey's recovery was premature, as he succumbed to COVID19 this weekend.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

Earlier this week, Euroleague...the top European BSKB league, considered by many to be second in quality in terms of pro hoops leagues to the NBA, has decided to cancel the remainder of their current season, and to host no playoffs.

Dave Miedema

[sox83cubs84]

The IIHF has announced that the qualifying round games for the Beijing Olympics in 2022 have been postponed. The hockey qualifiers have been moved to August 2021.

Dave Miedema