Who will replace Terry Francona as manager during COVID outbreak? Guardians takeaways

The Guardians are in scramble mode following their second COVID outbreak in less than three weeks. Terry Francona and DeMarlo Hale are out of the picture after positive tests on Wednesday morning. The front office is already making plans to dip into their minor-league system to add coaches for this weekend's series against the Twins at Target Field. If they are unable to find a manager from the big-time staff, minor league managers are considered. Aaron Civale will start Friday’s game against Twins.

Josh Naylor is on a power binge. He hit three home runs in two games against the White Sox. N Taylor is one of the most dangerous hitters in the big leagues. Franmil Reyes likes his hitting style. NTaylor is hitting .533 with three homers, 11 RBI and a 1.071 OPS.

Tyler Freeman, Anthony Alford and Tanner Tully drive in two runs each as Class AAA Columbus beat St. Paul 7-6. Xzavion Curry struck out five in six scoreless innings as AA Akron blanked Erie 2-0. Tanner Bibee struck 10 and didn't walk a batter in five innings, but Class A Lake County lost to Great Lakes, 4-1. Franco Aleman and Reid Johnston combined for 10 strikeouts over eight innings while allowing three earned runs as A Lynchburg lost 7, 7.

Terry Francona will not be manager during COVID outbreak.