# ALCS Game 4 pitching plans with rain forecast

> Rain forecast could shift ALCS Game 4 pitching plans for Rays and Guardians.
- Title: ALCS Game 4 pitching plans with rain forecast · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: Mlb — https://mlb.com/news/rays-and-guardians-pitching-plans-for-alcs-game-4
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- Topics: alcs, rays, guardians, nick martinez, drew rasmussen, freddy peralta, griffin jax, joey cantillo, tanner bibee, slade cecconi, stephen vogt, kevin cash
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Rain forecast for Friday may force Rays to start Nick Martinez in ALCS Game 4 if weather delays the game.