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Red Sox and Orioles Prepare for Historic Day-Night Doubleheader

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Weather Disruptions Reshape AL East Rivalry

Persistent rainfall at Fenway Park has transformed this weekend's Red Sox-Orioles series into a rare day-night doubleheader on Saturday. Following Friday's postponement and Thursday's canceled opener, the teams will now clash at 1:05 PM (Game 1) and 6:35 PM (Game 2), creating unprecedented scheduling challenges for both clubs.

Pitching Strategies in Flux

The Red Sox plan to start Hunter Dobbins (2-1, 3.86 ERA) in the afternoon game followed by Lucas Giolito (1-1, 7.08 ERA) under lights. Baltimore's rotation remains uncertain after Kyle Gibson's recent release (16.78 ERA in 4 starts), with manager Tony Man Solino considering bullpen options and minor league call-ups.

Devers Powers Historic Offensive surge

Rafael Devers' record-breaking 8-RBI performance in Friday's 19-5 rout gives Boston crucial momentum. The third baseman's two-home run game marked a franchise milestone while exposing Baltimore's pitching vulnerabilities, as the Orioles resorted to position players Emmanuel Rivera and Abraham Toro on the mound.

Red Sox and Orioles Brace for Rare Day-Night Doubleheader After Rain Washes Out Friday’s Clash

Injury Challenges Mount

Both teams face roster limitations with key players sidelined:
- Boston: Triston Casas (knee), Romy Gonzalez (back)
- Baltimore: Tyler O'Neill (shoulder), Jordan Westburg (hamstring)
The Orioles' pitching crisis deepens with Grayson Rodriguez and Kyle Bradish on 60-day IL.

Historic Rivalry Meets Modern Scheduling

This doubleheader adds new chapters to baseball's longest-running rivalry, recalling memorable moments like Baltimore's 2009 11-10 comeback and Boston's 19-run explosion in 2018. Ticket holders for Friday's game gain access to Saturday's opener, with weather forecasts predicting clear conditions for both contests.

Season Implications

The Red Sox aim to strengthen their .500 record while the struggling Orioles (16-33) desperately seek to stop their downward spiral. With playoff implications already emerging in May, this unique scheduling challenge could prove pivotal for both AL East franchises.