When legendary singer, songwriter and musician Prince died Thursday, the entire planet went into mourning, and the sports world was no exception.
The outpouring from athletes was immediate and dramatic.
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Dozens of teams also tweeted out tributes. The reaction was particularly strong in Minnesota, where Prince was born and died. The Minnesota Timberwolves turned their website purple to honor their hometown legend, while the Minnesota Twins practically purple-ized their stadium.
We've lost a legend way too soon. #RIPPrince pic.twitter.com/m1NLeLDDwG
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) April 21, 2016
"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life." #RIPPrince pic.twitter.com/69M9OT7vC9
— SFGiants (@SFGiants) April 21, 2016
Sad to hear of the passing of a true icon. One of the very best in all of entertainment. #RIPPrince
pic.twitter.com/2IpJ3h0ueJ — Golden State Warriors (@warriors) April 21, 2016
(Photo Credit: Tim Clary, February 8, 1998) pic.twitter.com/0uq5AxugzU
— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) April 21, 2016
Meanwhile, Prince got some play in several MLB parks Thursday night:
Kauffman is playing "Raspberry Beret" between innings. Nice touch. #RIPPrince
— Royals Review (@royalsreview) April 21, 2016
Nice that Yankee Stadium finally playing Prince. "Let's Go Crazy."
— Susan Slusser (@susanslusser) April 21, 2016
And on ESPN, SportsCenter turned the entire set purple to honor Prince.
The SportsCenter set is purple today for Prince. pic.twitter.com/hkJL3jbZtQ
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 21, 2016
Rest in peace, Prince.
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