Rays-Guardians ALCS Game 3 Moved to Earlier Afternoon Start
Game 3 of the AL Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians in Cleveland has been moved to an earlier afternoon start time due to a forecast of rain.
Elmira, NY, October 14, 2026 —
Game 3 of the American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians has been moved to an earlier afternoon start in Cleveland because rain is forecast.
The change shifts the game to an earlier start than previously scheduled. The exact start time and the date of the game were not provided in the announcement. No further details about the forecast or the revised schedule were included.
The matchup is part of the AL Championship Series, but the information provided did not specify the series score, the results of earlier games or whether other schedule changes are planned. It also did not identify who announced the adjustment.
The stated reason for moving the game is the forecast of rain. No details were provided about the expected timing or severity of the weather, and no information was given about whether the forecast could prompt additional changes. The updated start time is described only as earlier in the afternoon.
For now, the reported change applies to Game 3 in Cleveland. The specific revised time, the original scheduled time and any further scheduling updates were not provided. The available information does not say whether the move affects any other games in the series.
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