The Red Sox and Twins will not be playing Monday afternoon.
The game was scheduled to begin at 2:05 p.m. at Target Field and players who were on the field warming up were called off minutes before the scheduled first pitch. Word came the game will not be taking place and it's not weather-related.
“Out of respect for the tragic events that occurred yesterday in Brooklyn Center, and following the additional details in this evolving situation, the Minnesota Twins have decided it is in the best interests of our fans, staff, players and community to not play today’s game," the Twins said in a statement. "The decision was made by the Minnesota Twins after consultation with Major League Baseball, and local and state officials. Information regarding the rescheduling of today’s game, and corresponding ticket details, will be released in the near future. The Minnesota Twins organization extends its sympathies to the family of Daunte Wright.”
Wright was shot and killed by a police officer over the weekend. There is also the trial of Derek Chauvin for George Floyd's death taking place this week.
The two teams are also scheduled to play day games Tuesday-Thursday.
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