Overview
- The Rochester Red Wings postponed Tuesday's 4:05 p.m. home opener against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders because of rain and a risk of severe thunderstorms.
- Team officials said the canceled game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Friday with first pitch at 4:05 p.m.
- News10NBC forecasters issued a Yellow Alert for strong to severe storms with flooding and flash-flood risk, reflecting the volatile early-spring pattern that often hits Opening Day.
- Fans still turned out at ESL Ballpark and waited for a window to play after the club planned music, giveaways, autographs, and ceremonial honors for the celebration.
- This would have been the first home opener under the park’s new ESL name after a 10-year naming-rights deal approved by the Monroe County Legislature.