Yankees-Marlins Game Delayed at Yankee Stadium Due to Weather

Rough weather in the New York area is impacting the start time for Sunday's matchup.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:57pm

The New York Yankees' Sunday game against the Miami Marlins at Yankee Stadium has been delayed due to inclement weather in the area. The game was originally scheduled for a 1:35 p.m. ET first pitch, but Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters around 11:30 a.m. that it looks like the team will be 'here a while' as they wait out the weather.

Why it matters

Weather delays are a common occurrence in baseball, but they can be frustrating for fans who have made plans to attend the game. The Yankees and Marlins do not play each other again this season, so it's important for the teams to get the game in if possible to avoid any scheduling complications.

The details

With no tarp on the field as of early Sunday afternoon, the teams and umpires are monitoring the weather conditions closely to determine when play can safely begin. Fans at the stadium will have to exercise patience as the teams work to get the game started as soon as the weather permits.

  • The game was originally scheduled for a 1:35 p.m. ET first pitch on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
  • Around 11:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters the team will likely be 'here a while' as they wait out the weather delay.

The players

Aaron Boone

The manager of the New York Yankees.

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What they’re saying

“Feels like we're probably going to be here a while. Settle in.”

— Aaron Boone, Yankees Manager

What’s next

The teams and umpires will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide updates on when the game is expected to start. Fans at Yankee Stadium will need to remain patient as the delay continues.

The takeaway

Weather delays are an unavoidable part of baseball, and fans will need to exercise patience as the Yankees and Marlins work to get the game in despite the inclement conditions in the New York area on Sunday.