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Yankees Game Delayed by Rain: When Will First Pitch Be?
19 Apr
Summary
- The Yankees-Royals game experienced a rain delay on Sunday.
- The projected start time is between 4:30 and 5 p.m. ET.
- Chilly temperatures and winds accompanied the rain at Yankee Stadium.
The New York Yankees' series finale against the Kansas City Royals on Sunday was delayed due to inclement weather. The game was initially scheduled to begin at 1:35 p.m. ET, but rain in the Bronx forced a postponement of the first pitch.
Yankees fans were alerted early Sunday morning that an on-time start was unlikely, with gates opening at Noon ET. The latest weather forecasts project the game to commence between 4:30 and 5 p.m. ET.
Persistent rain and winds were expected in the Bronx for several hours after the originally scheduled start time. However, the absence of lightning suggests the Yankees will wait for the rain to subside before preparing the field.
The chance of precipitation was high throughout the afternoon, dropping significantly around 5 p.m. ET, which informed the projected new start time. Despite the rain moving out, temperatures remained in the high 40s with winds around 15 mph.
Questions arise about the Yankees' decision not to push the start time back proactively, unlike the Boston Red Sox, who adjusted their schedule to better accommodate fans facing similar weather. While rain delays are expected in mid-April, proactive scheduling could have improved the fan experience.
