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MLB Moves ALCS Game 3 Start Earlier Due to Cleveland Rain
The series shifts to Progressive Field with a weather-driven adjustment for Thursday's matchup.
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Schedule Adjustment
Major League Baseball shifted the start of Game 3 of the American League Championship Series five hours earlier to 1 p.m. ET on Thursday. The contest had been set for 6 p.m. ET but was advanced because of rain expected in northeast Ohio that evening. The announcement came on Wednesday as the clubs prepared to open their series at the open-air ballpark.
Weather Concerns
Rain is forecast for the Cleveland area on Thursday night, prompting the proactive change to keep the ALCS on track. The first two games took place at an enclosed stadium, but the next three contests are set for consecutive days through Saturday at Progressive Field. The adjustment allows the schedule to stay intact despite the elements.
Series Context
The series stands even at one game each after the Guardians claimed the opener and the Rays responded with a win in the second contest. If the series extends beyond five games, the clubs are set to return to the enclosed ballpark for Games 6 and 7 following a scheduled off day on Sunday.
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