Orioles game in Boston postponed due to thunderstorms

The clubs will play a makeup doubleheader on Wednesday

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 211 min read

RT @RedSox: The #RedSox-Orioles game scheduled for tonight, July 21, has been postponed due to significant rainfall and Via @MLB on X

What happened: Significant rainfall and thunderstorms forced the postponement of the scheduled game between the Baltimore Orioles and Boston. The severe weather in the Fenway area was expected to continue throughout Tuesday evening.

Why it matters: The rainout delays a pivotal midsummer series as the Baltimore Orioles evaluate their roster ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. The club entered the night at 46-46, looking to build momentum for the second half of the season.

By the numbers: Baltimore has won four of its last five games and currently averages 4.6 runs per contest.

What to watch: The teams are set to resume the series with two games on Wednesday.

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@RedSox 2026-07-21T21:53:54.759011+00:00

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