The Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles series opener at Oriole Park at Camden Yards faced a weather delay on Monday evening, according to announcements from the Baltimore Orioles and MLB officials. Originally scheduled for a 6:35 p.m. EDT start, the game was pushed back due to inclement weather moving through the Baltimore area before grounds crews prepared the diamond for play.
Weather Delay Details and Updated Start Time
The Baltimore Orioles announced via social media that officials from Major League Baseball and the National Weather Service conferred before determining a delayed start was necessary. According to Weather.com forecasts, rain fell in Baltimore during the late afternoon, with an 85 percent chance of precipitation recorded at 6:00 p.m. EDT. Meteorologist Kevin Roth reported on X that a brief batch of rain prompted the late start, noting that the game would proceed without further weather interruptions once the system cleared the ballpark.
Starting Pitcher Matchup: Trey Yesavage vs. Shane Baz
The Blue Jays activated right-hander Trey Yesavage from the injured list to make the start on Monday. The 23-year-old pitcher missed time since early August due to a torn meniscus in his left knee that required surgery. Yesavage enters the matchup with a 5-5 record, a 3.65 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP, and 91 strikeouts across 93 2/3 innings this season.
The Orioles countered by slating right-hander Shane Baz as their starting pitcher. The 27-year-old holds a 6-15 record with a 4.11 ERA, a 1.35 WHIP, and 152 strikeouts over 173 innings this year. In his most recent outing against the New York Mets at Citi Field, Baz allowed three earned runs on seven hits and two walks across four innings.
Lineups and Roster Updates
Toronto manager John Schneider arranged a lineup featuring Brett Bateman in center field, Alejandro Kirk behind the plate, and Nathan Lukes in right field. Designated hitter George Springer, first baseman Sean Keys, and first baseman Kazuma Okamoto round out the batting order alongside left fielder Josh Smith, shortstop Andrés Giménez, and second baseman Ernie Clement.
Baltimore manager Craig Albernaz deployed an Orioles lineup featuring left fielder Dylan Beavers, first baseman Pete Alonso, and shortstop Gunnar Henderson. Designated hitter Coby Mayo, third baseman Edwin Encarnacion-Strand, and catcher Samuel Basallo fill out the order, with right fielder Rece Hinds, center fielder Colton Cowser, and shortstop José Barrero completing the starting configuration.
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