Orioles Kneel During Pregame Tribute To Black Lives Matter Movement; Stand With Arms Locked For National Anthem
BOSTON (WJZ) -- The Orioles opened up their 2020 season at Fenway Park in Boston against the Red Sox Friday night.
A special pregame ceremony was held as a show of unity in the fight against racial injustice.
Both the Orioles and Red Sox took a knee before the National Anthem, holding a black ribbon to recognize the Black Lives Matter movement.
During the National Anthem, the Orioles stood and locked arms in unison.
"One team. United for change. #BlackLivesMatter." the team posted to its social media pages.
Martinez Has 3 RBIs, Red Sox Beat Orioles 13-2 In Opener
During pregame warm-ups, the Orioles also wore Black Lives Matter T-shirts.
The Orioles lost their first game of the season 13-2.
