Braves and Pirates resume rain-delayed clash as Truist Park weathers the storm for MLB showdown
Rain Delays Series Opener
The series opener between the Atlanta Braves and Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park encountered an unexpected halt due to rain, forcing players and fans to wait for nearly an hour. The game, which had been in a tense moment with the Pirates ahead 5-2 in the top of the seventh inning, is set to resume at 10:10 p.m. after the grounds crew worked diligently to prepare the field.
As the rain began to fall, the tarp was promptly rolled out at 9:22 p.m. EDT, creating a temporary barrier against the elements. About thirty minutes later, at 9:52 p.m., the tarp was lifted, signaling that preparations for the game’s continuation were underway.
Game Highlights Before the Delay
Before the rain interrupted play, there were several pivotal moments that shaped the matchup. Braves’ slugger Matt Olson ignited the scoring with a solo home run in the bottom of the first, marking his 29th of the season and putting Atlanta ahead early. However, the Pirates quickly turned the tide in the second inning, exploding for four runs.
Tomm Pham led the charge with a two-run home run that shifted momentum firmly in Pittsburgh’s favor. Following Pham’s blast, RBI singles from Hunter Davis and Nick Gonzales further extended the Pirates’ lead. The Braves fought back as Michael Harris launched his 20th home run of the season, narrowing the score to 4-2. Yet, Spencer Horwitz responded with a solo shot of his own, restoring the Pirates’ three-run advantage.
Joey Wentz, making what is now his final start of the season, struggled through four innings, yielding four runs on eight hits while striking out three. Hunter Stratton managed a scoreless inning against his former team, but Joel Payamps allowed a run during his 1.5 innings of work and was on the mound when the game was paused.
Weather Conditions and Game Resumption
Compounding the situation, weather forecasts had initially predicted continued rain in Marietta, Georgia, until 11:15 p.m. However, the storm system shifted away from Truist Park, paving the way for the game to resume sooner than anticipated.
As the teams prepare to take the field again, fans are eager to see if the Braves can mount a comeback against the Pirates or if Pittsburgh will hold on to secure an early series victory. Updates will follow as the game resumes, keeping the excitement alive for baseball enthusiasts.
