The game will go on at Labatt Memorial Park.The London Majors will host an Intercounty Baseball League (IBL) exhibition game against the Guelph Royals on Friday, continuing a more than century long streak at the historic ballpark.It will be the first time the grounds will be in use since the middle of March, when the provincial government declared a state of emergency.
That decision eventually led to the postponement and cancellations of sporting events across the world.The IBL was forced to cancel the season, and all of a sudden a 144 year old streak was at risk of being snapped.Friday’s exhibition game ensures that streak will continue.“This is not just a regular baseball game but a game to ensure the historic longevity of Labatt Park.