Buffalo Bisons Postpone Saturday Game Due to Weather

The team will play a doubleheader on Sunday instead.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 12:52pm

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The Buffalo Bisons have postponed their Saturday game against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders due to cold temperatures and sub-freezing windchills. The team will now play a doubleheader on Sunday, with the first pitch scheduled for 12:35 p.m.

Why it matters

Postponing games due to inclement weather is a common occurrence in baseball, especially early in the season when cold fronts can still move through. This decision helps ensure the safety of players and fans while also minimizing disruptions to the team's schedule.

The details

The Bisons announced that the doubleheader on Sunday will have the gates opening at noon, with the first pitch set for 12:35 p.m. Fans who had tickets for Saturday's postponed game can exchange them at the box office for any other Bisons game, including Sunday's doubleheader.

  • The Bisons game was originally scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026.
  • The doubleheader will now take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Buffalo Bisons

A minor league baseball team that plays in the Triple-A East league and is the top affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

A minor league baseball team that plays in the Triple-A East league and is the top affiliate of the New York Yankees.

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What’s next

Fans who had tickets for Saturday's postponed game can exchange them at the box office for any other Bisons game, including Sunday's doubleheader.

The takeaway

Weather-related postponements are a common challenge for baseball teams, especially early in the season. The Bisons' decision to play a doubleheader on Sunday demonstrates their flexibility and commitment to providing a great fan experience despite the weather disruption.