The Red Sox and Twins Game at Target Field was postponed on Monday Afternoon after the shooting death Sunday Night of a man with prior warrants who was part of a traffic stop and was shot by an officer who thought she had used her Taser

There is no word regarding the remaining three games in the series, all of which are to start at 1:10 EDT. 

The game was called off minutes before it was set to start. 

 

This is the official statement from Minnesota:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Twins issued the following statement regarding the decision to postpone today’s scheduled game against the Boston Red Sox.

 

“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 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.”