Astros-Yankees game delayed due to rain at Yankee Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:25 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Astros-Yankees game at Yankee Stadium was delayed due to rain, with the new first pitch time initially set for 7:15 p.m. ET, just 10 minutes after the original schedule. Heavy rain was anticipated, creating concerns for both teams as the Yankees hold a critical wild card spot and the Astros compete in the AL West. The Yankees' pitching staff is already strained with multiple injuries, which adds pressure during the final stretch of the season.
- •Game delayed due to rain, new start time set for 7:15 p.m. ET
- •Yankees hold a 75-57 record, in wild card position
- •Astros are 66-67, battling for AL West lead
- •Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole has a 3.11 ERA
- •Flood Watch remains in effect for the Bronx until 11 p.m.
- 1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Why is the Astros-Yankees Game Delayed Today? When Will it Start?
"Why is the Astros-Yankees game delayed today? Here’s the reason for the delay and the latest update on when the game is expected to start. The post Why is the Astros-Yankees Game Delayed Today? When Will it Start? appeared first on HEAVY.
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