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Cubs-Reds Rain Delay Shifts Start to 7:50 PM

5/5/2026

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Summary

Cubs Rain Delay

The Cubs–Reds game at Wrigley Field on May 4, 2026 was delayed by rain, prompting officials to move the start to 6:10 PM CST.
A rain delay began, with updates issued at 7:02 PM and 7:05 PM CST.
The teams later announced a new kickoff at 7:50 PM CST (8:50 PM EST).
Forecasts expect the delay to end by 8:00 PM CST.
Officials said postponement is unlikely and urged fans to stay dry.

Summary

Cubs Delay

Wrigley Field crew rolled a tarp onto the infield at 5:45 p.m., removed it at 7:00 p.m., delaying the game.
The Storm Prediction Center issued a warning for heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and a possible tornado south of I-80.
Cubs manager Craig Counsell said all five NL Central clubs are above .500, showing division strength.
A rainbow appeared beyond right-field after the storm, an unusual visual noted by fans and commentators.

History

Historical Context

After a 2005 overhaul that installed a 60,000-gallon drainage system—replacing the 1935 crown design and sharply cutting rain delays—the Chicago Cubs have long relied on Wrigley Field’s new infrastructure. The May 4 2026 rain postponement, forcing a schedule change, underscores MLB’s ongoing push for weather-resilient stadiums across the major leagues and protect games.

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Cubs Rain Delay

The Cubs–Reds game at Wrigley Field on May 4, 2026 was delayed by rain, prompting officials to move the start to 6:10 PM CST.
A rain delay began, with updates issued at 7:02 PM and 7:05 PM CST.
The teams later announced a new kickoff at 7:50 PM CST (8:50 PM EST).
Forecasts expect the delay to end by 8:00 PM CST.
Officials said postponement is unlikely and urged fans to stay dry.

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