Colorado Rockies manager Buddy Black and Hall of Fame slugger Larry Walker are included in a new series of public service announcements to inform the public of safe actions and how they can help others effected during the COVID-19 epidemic.
The former MVP, Gold-Glove, and Silver-Slugger award winner Walker spoke on numerous ways the public can not only stay safe but help others greatly affected by the virus including; donations, giving blood, washing your hands and more during a Colorado Association of Broadcasters TV announcement released.
Larry Walker also wants you to be safe during COVID-19.
Be a hall of famer like Larry and stop the spread of COVID-19. pic.twitter.com/F2WbgTVceG
— Ronnie (@RonnieKRadio) May 1, 2020
In partnership with the Colorado Broadcasters Association, along with Walker, manager Buddy Black asks Rockies fans to ‘step up to the plate’ and help contribute to those affected greatly by the virus. HelpColoradoNow.Org is the website to find more info.
Buddy Black says it's time for you to step up to the plate regarding COVID-19.
Just make sure you're like Matt Holliday in '07 and keep your social distance away from the plate. pic.twitter.com/hFebJWLYwc
— Ronnie (@RonnieKRadio) May 1, 2020
The Major League Baseball season is currently on hold due to the pandemic and recently announced, Walker’s hall of fame induction will be pushed until 2021.