ST. LOUIS (KMOX) - The St. Louis Blues have sent a positive message about FOX Sports Midwest play-by-play announcer John Kelly, who tested positive for COVID-19.
The Blues say they "are thrilled to report that John is feeling strong and symptom free."
Kelly has been in self-quarantine since March 13, according to the team. He joined radio play-by-play broadcaster Chris Kerber on Friday to talk about what the last two weeks have been like:
WATCH LIVE: @Jkellyhockey discusses his positive test for COVID-19 with @chriskerber. #stlblues https://t.co/iEPx3xR1tB
— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) March 27, 2020"The health and safety of the entire Blues family remains our core focus during these unprecedented times. We wish John well as he continues his recovery at home," the Blues say.
The number of confirmed cases in the state of Missouri increased Friday to 670, up 168 from 502 on Thursday, according to state health officials. Nine deaths have been reported, including a St. Louis County woman in her 80s with chronic medical conditions whose death was announced Thursday.