A captivating American League Division Series between the Yankees and Guardians is fast approaching its fiery finish. Those hoping to attend Game 5 of the ALDS might want to bring a jacket, however.
The rubber match of the ALDS’s 7:07 first pitch will be delayed as early forecasts indicate that storms are expected to descend on Yankee Stadium.
It wouldn’t be the first time rain has disrupted this series; inclement weather pushed Game 2 last week from a prime-time Thursday slot to mid-day Friday.
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It seems that stormy weather hasn’t ceased in the days since, potentially casting doubt over the start time for Monday’s game, too.
Here are the latest updates on weather in The Bronx ahead of Monday night’s game:
Yankees vs. Guardians weather updates
(All times Eastern)
9:07 p.m. — Both sides meeting again to discuss the forecast. The tarp is still on.
Hearing MLB is about to meet with the clubs to discuss forecast. Generally speaking, once the tarp is removed, add another 30 minutes to prepare the field.
— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) October 18, 2022
8:45 p.m. — Looking like another half hour to hour of rain, but it looks like we’re nearly coming out of it. If nothing else, there’s light at the end of the proverbial tunnel.
Probably in for another 30-60ish mins of rain in the Bronx, but you can see the back edge (and end) of the rain finally approaching from the west. ⛈🤞🏼#RepBX #Postseason #yankees
KDIX – Super-Res Reflectivity Tilt 1 8:24 PM EDT #njwx #nywx pic.twitter.com/dNBlNfddBQ
— Violeta Yas (@Violeta_Yas) October 18, 2022
8:15 p.m. — Lauren Shehadi reports on TBS MLB officials are hoping to start the game in a few hours, and they’re optimistic it can be played tonight. Once the rain stops, it will be 40 to 45 minutes to get pitchers situated.
7:35 p.m. — Buckle up folks. We might be in this one for the long haul. Officials to reconvene at 7:45, but it could be a few hours of heavy rain.
I’m told we’re looking at 1-2 hours worth of rain starting in the bronx in the next 15 minutes. After that, there will be pockets of rain but we should be able to play thru. Likelihood we get the game in tonight is very good. Another meeting set for 7:45 @TBSNetwork @MLBNetwork
— Lauren Shehadi (@LaurenShehadi) October 17, 2022
7:30 p.m. — The rain has begun.
The rain has arrived.
— Lindsey Adler (@lindseyadler) October 17, 2022
6:57 p.m.: For those curious about the inner workings of deciding upon a delay:
To provide some clarity on the weather decisions: MLB consults with both teams, and the umpires, but ultimately at this time of years it’s in the hands of MLB. Teams may have their own preferences but the final call isn’t theirs.
— Erik Boland (@eboland11) October 17, 2022
6:24 p.m.: Game 5 will officially begin under a delay, per the Yankees Twitter account. Things will be reevaluated at 7 p.m. after both sides met at 6 p.m. to discuss option.
Tonight’s ALDS Game 5 game will begin in a delay. The forecast will be reassessed at 7:00 p.m.(ET) and we will provide updates as available.
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) October 17, 2022
4:15 p.m.: It appears MLB officials already are pondering contingency plans that could delay Game 5 until Tuesday … not ideal, as the winner would have to open the ALCS in Houston on Wednesday.
Boone said that “everything is on the table” for rescheduling Game 5, including a possible NIGHT game tomorrow.
— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) October 17, 2022
4:10 p.m.: Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters there is a Zoom call at about 4:45 p.m. to discuss the weather situation but acknowledged what he has heard already is “not great.”
When was asked about the weather for tonight’s Game 5, he said he has heard “not great.” Boone added that he will be on a conference call shortly to discuss tonight’s game.
— Jack Curry (@JackCurryYES) October 17, 2022
He added that he would prefer to wait until as late as 9:30 p.m. or so to start the game as opposed to starting earlier and having to stop in the middle.
3:40 p.m.: The forecast for tonight may be dicey, but conditions in the Bronx this afternoon appear to be ideal, as MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch notes.
ALDS Game 5 tonight! (I’m ready for them to play this right now) pic.twitter.com/SBQ0WIUa9V
— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) October 17, 2022
12:40 p.m.: Although there may be a slight delay, it seems the rain front approaching isn’t too strong. That should keep the game from being postponed, ideally.
It appears likely that the game will be impacted by the weather at some point. The good news is that the front is moving fairly quickly, so conditions should improve by mid-evening and we aren’t expecting a washout by any means.
— New York Metro Weather (@nymetrowx) October 17, 2022
12:30 p.m.: Per weather.com, there’s a 90 percent chance of rainfall in The Bronx tonight.
12:20 p.m.: Yellow alert reported in parts of NYC, with more rain expected around the area in the coming
First Alert Weather: There’s a Yellow Alert today with more rain headed our way late this afternoon into the evening. Stick with CBS2 for the latest forecast. https://t.co/3ll2EUMG5u pic.twitter.com/dCUG9iEItn
— CBS New York (@CBSNewYork) October 17, 2022
12:00 p.m.: Seems likely that the start time for Monday’s game will be affected due to showers expected to hit the New York area around 7 p.m. ET.
Yankees ALDS Game 5 Weather Thread: We are once again dealing with a cold front passing through NYC right around game time. At the moment, almost all weather models indicate that a line of showers and storms will move through the city between 7-9pm.
— New York Metro Weather (@nymetrowx) October 17, 2022
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