Braves-Nationals game postponed due to shooting

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The Washington Nationals postponed their Monday night game against the Atlanta Braves due to the shooting that killed 12 at the nearby Naval Sea Systems command headquarters.

The shooting, which began around 8:20 a.m. ET, resulted in the death of at least one gunman, with more at large. The resulting police activity paralyzed much of the area around Nationals Park.

The teams will play a split doubleheader on Tuesday, with games at 1:05 and 7:05 p.m. ET, according to the Nationals.

The Navy Yard Metro stop is a key transportation artery for fans attending games at Nationals Park, and parking structures utilized by fans also fall in close proximity to the crime scene.

The District of Columbia Police Department used Lot B at Nationals Stadium as a site for families seeking to reunite with loved ones who work at the facility.

The Nationals and Braves don't have common days off the remainder of the season, giving the Nationals little choice but to stage a doubleheader either Tuesday or Wednesday.

"All of us here in the Nationals organization were deeply saddened to learn of the tragic events that occurred this morning only a few blocks from Nationals Park," the club said in a written statement. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families."