The Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Wild postponed their games on Monday, after police shootings at Daunte Wright on Sunday night.
“Out of respect for the tragic events that took place yesterday at Brooklyn Center and following further details about this evolving situation, the twins have decided that it is better for our fans, staff, players and community not to play today’s game. (Monday), “Minnesota said in a statement.
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The twins were to play the Boston Red Sox. The Timberwolves have been scheduled to play the Brooklyn Nets. The Wild was ready to play at St. Louis Blues.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday adopted the shutdown in three counties around Minneapolis. Time storage takes place between 7:00 and 6:00 The mayor, Jacob Frey, and law enforcement officials have also announced a state of emergency.
“Yesterday’s tragic event (Sunday), which involved Daunte Wright’s life, once again leaves the community in mourning,” Timberwolves said in a statement. “After consulting with the League and state and local officials, we believe that postponing tonight’s game against the Brooklyn Nets is the best decision … The Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx express their sincere condolences to the Daunte Wright family.
No rescheduling date has been announced.
The decision to postpone the Twins-Red Sox game was made by the Twins after consulting MLB, as well as local and state officials.
Wright, a 20-year-old African-American man, died Sunday after a police officer shot him in the Brooklyn Center suburb during a traffic stop. The Brooklyn Center police chief said the shooting was accidental because the officer involved intended to fire a stun gun. Police were trying to arrest him with an overdue warrant.
Tensions were already high in the city over the ongoing trial of Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer accused of killing George Floyd.
Wright shootings are planned in downtown Minneapolis, where Target Field, home of the twins, is located. Before the announcement of the postponement, both teams went out on the field to warm up, with the national anthem already sounded.
NHL officials have said the Blues-Wild game will be rescheduled for May 12.
“The decision was made out of respect for the community following the tragic shooting that took place in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on Sunday afternoon,” the league said in a statement. “The National Hockey League extends its sincere condolences to Daunte Wright’s family and friends.”
The information from the Associated Press was used in this note.