Cubs manager David Ross, president Jed Hoyer positive for COVID-19

The Boston Red Sox aren't the only MLB club dealing with COVID-19 issues as the start of the fall months approaches. 

Per Ryan Herrera of the league's website, the Cubs confirmed ahead of their Friday afternoon game versus the Pittsburgh Pirates that manager David Ross and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer both tested positive for the coronavirus. Fortunately, both men are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and currently feeling fine. Both are quarantining for a minimum of 10 days per health and safety protocols. 

Chicago bench coach Andy Green will serve as interim manager in Ross' absence, beginning with Friday's matchup at Wrigley Field.

The Cubs have not yet reached the 85% COVID-19 vaccination threshold required by MLB for the loosening of some virus-related restrictions, but all players were cleared to participate in at least Friday's contest. The Cubs will enter that game at 60-75 and well out of the playoff race. 

Pittsburgh, meanwhile, is 48-86 and one of the worst teams in all of MLB.