Looking for today’s MLB weather forecast? Below you’ll find every game on Friday’s 15-game slate, including rain delay risks, postponement concerns, plus fantasy baseball and sports betting impacts from today’s MLB Rain Delay Watch.
Today’s MLB Weather Forecast
- Highest Delay Risk: Brewers at Pirates — Flood Watch in effect with thunderstorms likely through the evening at PNC Park.
- Expected Postponements: None expected, though Brewers at Pirates faces realistic postponement potential if storms intensify.
- Most Significant Wind: Oracle Park — west-southwest winds of 6-14 mph with gusts reaching 22 mph.
- Primary Weather Story: A storm complex stretching from western Pennsylvania through the Mississippi Valley threatens open-air games in Pittsburgh and St. Louis, while isolated thunderstorms are possible in New York and Washington.
At-a-Glance Weather Table
| Matchup | First Pitch (ET) | Roof | Temp | Wind | Rain % | Delay Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillies at Tigers | 6:40 p.m. | Open | 84°F | NNE 3-5 mph | 40% | Low |
| Brewers at Pirates | 6:40 p.m. | Open | 81°F | Calm/SW 6 mph | 80% | High |
| Yankees at Nationals | 6:45 p.m. | Open | 91°F | W 3-7 mph | 30% | Low |
| Royals at Orioles | 7:05 p.m. | Open | 87°F | Calm | 20% | Low |
| Cubs at Reds | 7:10 p.m. | Open | 85°F | Calm | 20% | Low |
| Mariners at Rays | 7:10 p.m. | Dome | 72°F | N/A | 0% | Low |
| Guardians at Marlins | 7:10 p.m. | Retractable | 84°F | SE 10-14 mph | 30% | Low |
| Red Sox at Mets | 7:15 p.m. | Open | 88°F | W 6-9 mph | 40% | Moderate |
| Athletics at White Sox | 7:40 p.m. | Open | 80°F | N 5-10 mph | 0% | Low |
| Astros at Rangers | 8:05 p.m. | Retractable | 78°F | N/A | 0% | Low |
| Angels at Twins | 8:10 p.m. | Open | 75°F | S 5 mph | 0% | Low |
| Braves at Cardinals | 8:15 p.m. | Open | 90°F | Calm/W 6 mph | 70% | Moderate |
| Blue Jays at Padres | 9:40 p.m. | Open | 68°F | SW 5 mph | 0% | Low |
| Diamondbacks at Dodgers | 10:10 p.m. | Open | 72°F | SSW 5-10 mph | 0% | Low |
| Rockies at Giants | 10:15 p.m. | Open | 59°F | WSW 6-14 mph, gusts 22 | 0% | Low |
Highest Rain Delay Risk Games Today
Brewers at Pirates (6:40 p.m. ET)
Delay Risk: HIGH
A Flood Watch covers the Pittsburgh area from 10 a.m. through 10 p.m. ET, placing the entire game window inside the warning period. Thunderstorms are likely through the evening, with an 80% chance of precipitation during the day, decreasing to 60% tonight. Expected rainfall between a tenth and a quarter inch, with locally higher amounts in thunderstorms, suggests sustained rather than brief interruptions. The early-evening first pitch sits squarely in the storm window. A delayed start or early-inning interruption is the most probable outcome, though postponement remains possible if storms cluster over PNC Park.
Braves at Cardinals (8:15 p.m. ET)
Delay Risk: MODERATE
Thunderstorms are likely at Busch Stadium before 9 p.m. CT (10 p.m. ET), with a 70% precipitation chance covering the first few innings. The storm window begins narrowing after 9 p.m., which means a delayed start is more likely than a mid-game interruption. If the heaviest activity clears on schedule, the game could proceed after a brief wait. Light and variable winds offer no help dispersing cells, but the storms appear convective rather than widespread, suggesting interruption rather than postponement.
Red Sox at Mets (7:15 p.m. ET)
Delay Risk: MODERATE
Showers and thunderstorms are possible at Citi Field beginning after 2 p.m. with a 40% afternoon chance rolling into a 30% evening chance. Thunderstorms are possible before 11 p.m., placing the early-to-middle innings in the precipitation window. West winds of 6-9 mph may help push cells through the area quickly, making a brief mid-game delay more likely than a sustained interruption. Monitor radar for approaching first-pitch storms. If afternoon storms develop early, they may clear before first pitch.
Games Expected to Play Without Weather Issues
- Angels at Twins: Mostly clear skies and calm winds at Target Field with zero precipitation expected.
- Blue Jays at Padres: A pristine San Diego evening with increasing clouds but no rain concerns and a comfortable 68°F.
- Athletics at White Sox: Dry conditions in Chicago with mostly cloudy skies and north winds under 10 mph.
DFS and Betting Weather Outlook
Brewers at Pirates
The Flood Watch and 80% precipitation chance create significant delay and potential suspension risk. DFS players should limit cash-game exposure to this matchup. If the game starts on time, early-inning disruption could compress starting pitcher workloads and spike bullpen usage, creating tournament volatility but an unreliable floor. Under bettors face favorable conditions if a shortened game freezes a low score, but postponement risk makes pre-game positions uncertain.
Braves at Cardinals
The 70% thunderstorm chance before 9 p.m. CT threatens the first few innings at Busch Stadium. Combined with a game-time temperature near 90°F and calm winds, starting pitchers face both delay uncertainty and oppressive heat. A delayed start could compress outings and create late-game bullpen fatigue. DFS players building around either starter should have contingency plans. The heat alone benefits late-lineup stacks in GPPs.
Rockies at Giants
Oracle Park remains the slate’s most weather-impacted environment for ball flight. West-southwest gusts reaching 22 mph combined with a game-time temperature of just 59°F create conditions that suppress fly-ball carry and reduce home-run potential. Power-heavy DFS stacks face literal headwinds, while pitchers benefit from the cool marine air. Under totals deserve consideration, and ground-ball pitchers gain an edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which MLB games are most likely to be delayed or postponed today?
The Brewers at Pirates game in Pittsburgh carries the highest delay risk due to a Flood Watch and 80% precipitation chance. The Braves at Cardinals and Red Sox at Mets also face moderate delay risk from thunderstorms, though both are more likely to experience brief interruptions than postponement.
How does today’s weather affect MLB DFS lineups?
Avoid heavy cash-game exposure to Brewers-Pirates due to Flood Watch conditions and postponement risk. Oracle Park’s 22-mph gusts and 59°F temperatures suppress power. Favor ground-ball pitchers and under totals for Rockies-Giants. Games in Minneapolis, San Diego, and Chicago offer the most stable environments for reliable lineup construction.
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