Royals vs. Orioles Game Delayed by Thunderstorm in Baltimore

Baltimore, Maryland – The Kansas City Royals and Baltimore Orioles halted their game Saturday after the first inning due to an approaching thunderstorm. Originally scheduled for a 7:10 p.m. start, the contest faced weather-related interruptions as heavy rain threatened the area.

With the Royals aiming to win their fourth consecutive series, they faced challenges posed by Baltimore’s unpredictable weather. The game briefly resumed but was halted after the first inning, leaving fans and players uncertain about the outcome. Both starting pitchers, Kris Bubic for Kansas City and Tomoyuki Sugano for Baltimore, pitched scoreless innings, showcasing a strong start despite the looming storms.

The rain became a significant issue as the field was tarp-covered, with the game placed under a rain delay. Officials indicated they would provide more updates as the situation evolved, predicting that the heavy rain and thunderstorms would persist through the evening.

As of now, the game is set to resume around 8:25 p.m. CT, but the National Weather Service has warned of ongoing showers and potentially half an inch of rainfall expected overnight. This forecast leaves the status of Saturday’s match uncertain, especially with more rain predicted into Sunday.

Previously, the Orioles secured a 3-0 victory over the Royals on Friday night, marking their first shutout win of the season. Baltimore’s Ryan O’Hearn contributed with a two-run homer to help his team achieve success in three of their last four games.

Tonight’s matchup was not just crucial for standings but was also featured on a national broadcast by FOX, adding more anticipation for fans. Both teams are eager to complete the series without cancellations, as the two clubs won’t meet again this season. However, if the weather prevents play Saturday, scheduling a doubleheader on Sunday becomes complicated due to travel plans for the Royals.

For now, fans remain hopeful that the storm will pass, allowing the series to continue this weekend.