For the second consecutive home game - with an off day sandwiched in between like a grotesque oreo - the New York Yankees will be delayed by incoming weather. — New York Yankees (@Yankees) August 7, 2026Yankees Rain Delay Details vs. Braves: This storm should passAbout 51 minutes before the official "This game will not start on time..." siren went off, beat writer Bryan Hoch laid the groundwork, noting that a significant thunderstorm was poised to roll through around the time of a scheduled first pitch. There appears to be a window at 9:00 PM EST, which is when the Yankees believe this one will get underway. — New York Yankees (@Yankees) August 8, 2026Much like Wednesday's action, there shouldn't be a threat of cancellation here - which is great, because Saturday's Old-Timers' Day ceremony presents another timing snafu. The game between the Yankees and Braves - Chris Sale vs. Gerrit Cole, true to form - is slated for 3:00 PM EST.