Phillies-Mets start time moved up due to poor air quality

The Philadelphia Phillies have moved the start time of their game against the New York Mets from 7:05 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. ET on July 16 because of deteriorating air quality. Smoke from Canadian wildfires has led to an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 176, which is categorized as very unhealthy, and it is expected to peak at 180 by 9 p.m. The air quality conditions threaten several games on July 17 as well, with forecasts indicating dangerous air quality levels in cities like Cleveland and Chicago, where games are scheduled. MLB has previously postponed games due to similar air quality issues, but teams are monitoring conditions closely through weather and medical consultations.

• 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Poor air quality moves time of Phillies-Mets, threatens several Friday games