Rain Delays Yankees vs Royals Sunday Showdown
Rain forced the Yankees to delay the scheduled Sunday afternoon game against the Kansas City Royals. The first pitch had been set for 1:35 p.m.
Gates opened to fans with valid tickets at noon. Team officials warned the game would likely not start on time.
Delay update from the club
The Yankees issued a statement advising that the current weather forecast could prevent an on-time start. The club said it would release further information as conditions evolved.
Manager’s briefing
Aaron Boone said stadium operations would reconvene at 12:30 p.m. to set an approximate start time. He indicated a delay was probable but expected the weather to clear enough to play.
Filmogaz.com will post weather and status updates from the Bronx throughout the afternoon. Rain Delays Yankees vs Royals Sunday Showdown affected planning and communications.
Player update
Shortstop Anthony Volpe is rehabbing a shoulder injury in Tampa. He has been taking batting practice as part of his recovery routine.
- Game originally scheduled: 1:35 p.m.
- Gates opened: 12:00 p.m.
- Operations meeting set: 12:30 p.m.
