Phillies postpone Thursday’s home opener vs. Reds to Friday
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NEW YORKâIn anticipation of rain, the Phillies announced Wednesday that they have rescheduled Thursday’s home opener against the Cincinnati Reds. Gates open at 12:35 PM.
“Following discussions with Major League Baseball and an uncertain forecast for tomorrow from 3-7 p.m., we have moved our home opener against the Reds to Friday,” Phillies executive vice president David Buck said in a statement. “Open dates allow us to reschedule games for our fans.”
The 2022 National League Champions pennant will be handed out to all fans on Friday, and the Phillies will hold a ceremony on the field. Tickets and parking purchased before Thursday’s game are valid for admission to Friday’s home opener. The pregame celebration will begin at 2:15 p.m., according to the Phillies.
The Phillies came home losing five of their first six games. It’s the first time since his 2007 that they started seasons 1-5. They closed out his three-game series against the Yankees on Wednesday with a 4-2 loss.
Philadelphia Inquirer reporter Alex Coffey
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