York Revolution forfeits Pride Night game after players refuse to wear rainbow jerseys
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Andy Backstrom
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Summary
The York Revolution, an independent minor-league baseball team in Pennsylvania, forfeited its scheduled "Pride Night" game after several players refused to wear the themed rainbow-patterned jerseys. The team expressed disappointment, stating the players' actions were inconsistent with the organization's vision. The game was part of a series against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.
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· 2 pulledThe York Revolution announced Wednesday 'with great disappointment' that it forfeited its 'Pride Night' game
this action by the players is completely inconsistent with our vision as the Most...
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