Biden says it is a ‘mistake’ for Texas Rangers to open ballpark at full capacity

Published April 1, 2021 2:56pm ET



Hours before the first pitch is thrown on baseball’s opening day, President Joe Biden said it was irresponsible for the Texas Rangers to open its ballpark to a full-capacity crowd as coronavirus cases are surging around the country.

The Rangers begin their season on the road but will return to their new stadium, which can seat 40,500 fans, on April 5, when they will be the only Major League Baseball franchise to allow 100% capacity.

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