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Rain delay pushes back start time for Blue Jays-White Sox game with first pitch now scheduled for 8:20 p.m. ET

May 28, 2024

Tuesday night’s game between the Toronto Blue Jays and Chicago White Sox will begin in a rain delay.

The White Sox announced the delay just before 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

They later announced that first pitch is estimated to go at 8:20 p.m. ET / 5:20 p.m. PT. You can catch all the action on Sportsnet ONE and Sportsnet+.

Kevin Gausman and Jake Woodford are scheduled to start the second game of a three-game set between the two clubs. Toronto won Monday night’s contest 5-1.

The game was originally scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET / 4:40 p.m. PT.

The anticipated matchup between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Chicago White Sox has been delayed due to inclement weather, pushing back the start time to 8:20 p.m. ET. The game was originally scheduled to begin at 7:07 p.m. ET, but heavy rain in the area forced officials to postpone the start.

Rain delays are a common occurrence in baseball, as the safety of the players and fans is of utmost importance. The decision to delay the game was made in order to ensure that the playing conditions are safe and that the game can be played without any interruptions.

Fans who were looking forward to watching the game will have to wait a little longer, but the delay is necessary to ensure that the players can perform at their best and that the game can be played without any issues. The teams will use this extra time to prepare and warm up before taking the field.

Despite the delay, both teams are eager to take the field and compete against each other. The Blue Jays and White Sox are both vying for a playoff spot and every game is crucial in the race for postseason contention.

Fans can tune in at 8:20 p.m. ET to catch all the action as the Blue Jays and White Sox face off in what promises to be an exciting and competitive game. Stay tuned for updates on any further delays or changes to the schedule.