PHOTO: MLB pays tribute to fallen soldiers with Memorial Day uniforms
Memorial Day in the majors will feature special uniforms, afternoon baseball, and tributes across the league as players honor those who sacrificed their lives in the country's armed forces.
Monday's busy schedule includes seven early games, a trio of mid-afternoon contests - including Josh Hamilton's season debut - and five more night caps beginning at 7:05 pm ET.
Also on display will be commemorative, military-inspired uniforms, such as the one Eric Hosmer will wear for the Kansas City Royals-New York Yankees series opener in the Bronx.
Here's a sampling of what players are saying and wearing on a special Memorial Day in baseball:
We pause to honor and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. #ThankYou pic.twitter.com/7nsbkARgdd
— Boston Red Sox (@RedSox) May 25, 2015
We should be remembering the sacrifices our troops have made/continue to make and honoring them daily not just today! ???? #MemorialDay
— Jarrod Parker (@JarrodBParker) May 25, 2015
Today we remember and cherish all who have served this country.Those who have fought or continue 2 fight for our freedom #MemorialDay #usa
— Matt Carpenter (@MattCarp13) May 25, 2015