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A's and Astros to play two after Friday protest

Following the postponement of Friday's game as a protest by both teams, the Oakland A's and the Houston Astros will play a doubleheader on Saturday. The teams were scheduled to play the opening game of a three-game series in Houston, but both teams walked off the field before the first pitch.

In a statement, the Astros said: "The Houston Astros players, with support from the Oakland players, have decided to postpone tonight's game. We support their decision to make a strong statement in support of the fight for racial equality. We are proud of our players' efforts to use their voices to drive necessary change.