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Dodgers and Yankees Game Postponed by Rain, Leading to Split Doubleheader on Sunday
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The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees were rained out Saturday, forcing a day-night doubleheader on Sunday instead. MLB announced the postponement was due to inclement weather at Yankee Stadium.
Fans will now get two games on Sunday. The first game starts at 12:35 p.m. The second — the regularly scheduled game — begins at 7:20 p.m. CBS Sports confirmed it will be a split-admission doubleheader, meaning separate tickets are required for each game.
Rain Forces Yankee Stadium to Go Dark Saturday
Saturday's game between two of baseball's biggest rivals was called off because of heavy rain. MLB said the decision was made due to the inclement weather forecast in New York. It is not unusual for summer storms to disrupt games at Yankee Stadium, but a postponement between the Dodgers and Yankees draws extra attention given the star power on both rosters.
The Dodgers are visiting the Bronx for a high-profile series. Games between Los Angeles and New York carry extra weight this season, with both teams among the top contenders in their respective leagues. Missing even one game means fans and players now get a packed Sunday instead.
Sunday's Split Doubleheader: How It Works
A split-admission doubleheader means each game has its own ticket. This is different from a traditional doubleheader, where one ticket covers both games. Fans who already bought tickets for Sunday's original 7:20 p.m. game are set for the second game. Those who want to attend the afternoon contest at 12:35 p.m. will need to purchase a separate ticket. CBS Sports and Winnipeg Free Press both confirmed the two start times.
The format gives the Yankees and Dodgers a chance to make up the lost game without pushing it to a later date in the season. Both teams have busy schedules, making a same-weekend fix the cleanest option.
A Marquee Matchup That Fans Did Not Want to Miss
The Dodgers-Yankees series is one of the most watched in baseball each year. It brings together two storied franchises with massive fan bases across the country. A rainout is always frustrating, but Sunday's doubleheader gives fans two chances to see their teams play in the span of one day. WNEP noted the game was postponed specifically because of rain hitting the New York area Saturday.
Both teams are expected to field strong lineups for both games Sunday. The rescheduled 12:35 p.m. first pitch gives afternoon viewers an early start to what could be a long and exciting day of baseball at Yankee Stadium.
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