Tuesday’s scheduled matchup between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves will not be played as planned after heavy rain in the forecast forced a postponement. Rather than pushing the game to a later date in the season, Major League Baseball has rescheduled it as part of a split-admission doubleheader at Citi Field on Wednesday.
Braves Doubleheader Schedule Set
The revised schedule calls for the first game to begin at 1:10 p.m., with the second game set for 7:10 p.m. Because it is a split-admission doubleheader, each game requires its own ticket. Fans who were holding tickets for Tuesday’s postponed contest will be able to use those tickets for Wednesday evening’s game instead.
The weather-related change creates a busy day for both clubs, which will now play two games in one day instead of wrapping up the series on a standard schedule. Doubleheaders often test a team’s pitching depth, bullpen management, and roster flexibility, making every lineup decision more significant over the course of the day.
Mets Announce Starting Pitchers
The Mets have already announced their starting pitchers for both games. Sean Manaea will take the mound in the afternoon opener against a Braves starter who has not yet been announced. Manaea will be tasked with giving New York a strong start to the extended day while Atlanta finalizes its pitching plans.
The evening game features a more defined pitching matchup. Christian Scott is scheduled to start for the Mets against Braves ace Chris Sale. Sale has remained one of Atlanta’s most recognizable starters, and his appearance in the second game gives the nightcap an intriguing pitching duel. Scott, meanwhile, will have the opportunity to face one of the league’s most accomplished veterans under the lights at Citi Field.
Busy Day Ahead at Citi Field
Schedule adjustments like this are a familiar part of the baseball season, particularly during stretches when severe weather moves through the Northeast. While postponements can disrupt routines for players and fans alike, they also create the unique atmosphere that comes with a day-night doubleheader. The afternoon contest provides an early opportunity to gain momentum, while the evening game offers a fresh start regardless of the first result.
With two games now on Wednesday’s slate instead of one on Tuesday and one on Wednesday, both teams will look to make the most of a demanding day. For the Mets, it means relying on Manaea and Scott to navigate two different challenges, while the Braves prepare to adjust their pitching plans after the rain forced an unexpected change to the schedule.
