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Yankees Delay Wednesday’s Blue Jays Game at Yankee Stadium

The team announced at 6:17 p.m. ET that the scheduled 7:05 p.m. start would not begin on time with a Thursday doubleheader listed as a possible makeup option.

Overview

  • The New York Yankees posted on X at 6:17 p.m. ET on Wednesday that they did not intend to start the May 20 game on time and that updates would follow.
  • First pitch had been set for 7:05 p.m. ET and the matchup was to feature Yankees rookie Cam Schlittler against Blue Jays prospect Trey Yesavage.
  • If Wednesday’s game cannot be completed, the teams could make it up as part of a scheduled doubleheader on Thursday, MLB standard practice for weekday postponements.
  • Local forecasts showed thunderstorms and a severe thunderstorm watch through about 9:00 p.m. ET, creating a narrow window for play later Wednesday if conditions improved.
  • Fans reacted with visible frustration on social media after the late pregame notice and the Yankees will announce a restart time or postponement decision as information is received.