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Rain Delays Dodgers vs. Phillies Game
22 Jul
Summary
- Dodgers vs. Phillies game delayed due to inclement weather.
- Multiple MLB games postponed on Tuesday due to rain.
- Dodgers made roster moves before Tuesday's game.
The scheduled game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Philadelphia Phillies for Tuesday, July 21st, has been delayed due to inclement weather. Heavy rain at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia pushed back the initial first pitch time of 3:40 p.m. PT. Despite the delay, the Phillies organization anticipates the game will still be played on Tuesday evening.
This weather disruption is impacting multiple Major League Baseball games. Two other scheduled contests on Tuesday were postponed due to rain. The New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates game was rescheduled for a doubleheader on Wednesday. Additionally, the Boston Red Sox and Baltimore Orioles game in Boston also faced a rain postponement.
In preparation for Tuesday's game, the Dodgers made a roster move. They selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Charlie Barnes and optioned right-handed pitcher Landon Knack. Catcher Will Smith was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make space on the 40-man roster.
