Braves-Mets rained out in New York
Rain forces the Braves and Mets to postpone Tuesday’s matchup, setting up a split doubleheader in New York on Wednesday.
QUEENS COUNTY, N.Y. —
The Atlanta Braves’ series opener against the New York Mets was postponed Tuesday because of heavy rain in the forecast.
The game will be made up as part of a split doubleheader Wednesday at Citi Field. First pitch for Game 1 is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET, with Game 2 set to begin at approximately 7:10 p.m.
The National Weather Service forecasted thunderstorms across the New York area Tuesday evening, with up to two inches of rain and winds reaching 15 mph.
The Braves are expected to activate right-hander AJ Smith-Shawver from the injured list to start the opener. It will mark his first major league appearance since suffering a torn right ulnar collateral ligament in May 2025. Reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale is slated to start the nightcap.
The Mets have not officially announced their pitching plans, though Christian Scott and Sean Manaea are expected to start the two games in some order.