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ALCS Game 4 pitching plans with rain forecast
Rain forecast could shift ALCS Game 4 pitching plans for Rays and Guardians.
In brief
Rain forecast could shift ALCS Game 4 pitching plans for Rays and Guardians. Rain forecast for Friday may force Rays to start Nick Martinez in ALCS Game 4 if weather delays the game. Originally reported by Mlb.
Game 4 pitching uncertainty
Rain forecast for Friday could delay ALCS Game 4 at Progressive Field.
Nick Martinez available for Game 4
Martinez, Rays' 36-year-old pitcher, could start or pitch in bullpen for Game 4.
Game 3 moved to 1 p.m. due to weather
Game 3 was moved to 1 p.m. on Thursday to avoid rain, but Friday forecast calls for persistent rain.
Guardians' pitching options
Guardians may use Joey Cantillo, Tanner Bibee, or Slade Cecconi in bullpen game if needed.
Rays' flexible pitching approach
Rays' rotation has adapted to weather uncertainty with Martinez leading the team's flexibility.
Game 4 timing uncertainty
Game 4 could be played on Friday or Saturday depending on weather conditions.
Pitching plans for rain scenario
If Game 4 is delayed, Rays may start Drew Rasmussen on normal rest.
The one thing
Rain forecast for Friday may force Rays to start Nick Martinez in ALCS Game 4 if weather delays the game.
