Game 3 of the American League Division Series between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners was scheduled for Tuesday, October 7 at 6:08 p.m. (ET), but a heavy threat of rain at Comerica Park forced the postponement of the start of the game. The news was officially confirmed by the home team minutes before first pitch, leaving thousands of fans waiting for a new start time.
This is the first game of the 2025 postseason to be delayed due to weather issues, in a series that is tied 1-1 and promises to be exciting. Detroit returns home after more than two weeks away, while Seattle looks to maintain momentum following a close Game 2 victory.
Why is Game 3 between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners delayed?
Constant rain in the stadium area forced the maintenance crew to cover the infield with a protective tarp shortly after 3:00 p.m. (ET). Minutes later, at 3:17 a.m., the Tigers announced via social media that the game would not start at the scheduled time due to weather conditions.
According to reports from the FS1 network, which broadcasts the game in the United States, the game is expected to start around 7:30 p.m. (ET), weather permitting. Forecasts indicate a possibility of rain until 8 or 9 p.m., so there is no guarantee that the game will resume at that time.
Who are the starting pitchers for Game 3 between the Tigers and Mariners?
This Game 3 is a big one for both organizations. Detroit is looking to break a home losing streak, having not won at home since September 6, and is returning to its home stadium after closing the regular season on the road and beginning the playoffs away from Comerica Park.
The announced starters are Logan Gilbert for the Seattle Mariners, who will make his postseason debut with a 6-4 record and a 3.44 ERA. Jack Flaherty will jump in center field for Detroit, with an 8-15 record and a 4.64 ERA. The two have already faced each other in the regular season, with mixed results, and now they will have the task of tipping the scales in a decisive duel.
Read the full article here
