Diamondbacks Adjust Game Start Time Due to Heat Wave

Friday's game against the Brewers moved to evening due to expected record-breaking temperatures.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:40pm

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The Arizona Diamondbacks have adjusted the start time of their Friday, March 20 game against the Milwaukee Brewers from 1:10 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. due to an expected heat wave in the Phoenix area. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 107 degrees, which would be 30 degrees above average for that time of year.

Why it matters

Extreme heat can pose serious health risks to players, staff, and fans attending outdoor sporting events. By moving the game time to the evening, the Diamondbacks are taking proactive steps to protect the safety of everyone involved.

The details

Several Diamondbacks players, including catcher Gabriel Moreno and first baseman-outfielder Pavin Smith, remain out of action due to injuries. Manager Torey Lovullo said Moreno needs to be fully recovered before resuming baseball activities. The team is also gradually getting back players who participated in the World Baseball Classic, including outfielder Alek Thomas, who is working on a new hitting approach he developed during the tournament.

  • The Diamondbacks-Brewers game will now start at 6:10 p.m. on Friday, March 20.
  • The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 107 degrees for that day, which would be 30 degrees above average.

The players

Gabriel Moreno

Diamondbacks catcher who is out with right forearm tightness.

Pavin Smith

Diamondbacks first baseman-outfielder who is out with left forearm tightness.

Torey Lovullo

Diamondbacks manager.

Alek Thomas

Diamondbacks outfielder who is working on a new hitting approach after playing in the World Baseball Classic.

Nolan Arenado

Diamondbacks third baseman who recently returned from the World Baseball Classic after Puerto Rico was eliminated.

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