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    Professional Sports' Comeback Gains Momentum, But For Some Leagues Cautiously

    Major pro sports in the U.S. were benched due to the coronavirus outbreak. Now, some are restarting. For others, the pace is more measured.
    by Tom Goldman May 19, 2020 4 minutes

    The trickle of a pro sports comeback in this country is starting to happen, following widespread shutdowns due to the coronavirus outbreak.

    NASCAR returned this past weekend. Mixed Martial Arts did the same earlier this month. Now the governors of two hard hit states — California and New York — are endorsing a return to professional play.

    "Pro sports," California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday, "in that first week or so of June, without spectators, and modifications, and very prescriptive conditions, can begin to move forward."

    There is a definite feeling of momentum for a sports restart. Fans have been hearing about potential reopening

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