Overview
- The Red Sox announced on Saturday that the game originally set for a 4:10 p.m. ET first pitch was delayed because of a forecast for thunderstorms and heavy rain.
- Hourly forecasts and local meteorologists showed storms around the planned start time and predicted a brief interruption with some outlets suggesting a mid-to-late 4 p.m. resumption.
- Both clubs left their scheduled starters in place, with left-hander Patrick Sandoval listed for Boston and left-hander Ian Seymour slated for Tampa Bay.
- The delay comes as Boston rides an 11-game winning streak and sits 48-48 and tied for the final AL wild card spot, while Tampa Bay leads the American League at 56-40 and holds the AL East lead.
- Fenway’s weather protocols mean the pause can change pitching warmups, inning timing and momentum, so teams and fans are awaiting the official revised start time and any short-term lineup or workload adjustments.