Mets, D-backs Adjust Game Times Due to Cold Weather

Shifting start times to avoid safety risks and poor fan attendance

Apr. 12, 2026 at 1:06pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game in progress, with the players and field broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes in vibrant colors, conveying the dynamic and unpredictable nature of the sport.Shifting game times due to unpredictable weather conditions reveal the complex logistical dance behind America's pastime.NYC Today

The New York Mets and Arizona Diamondbacks have been forced to adjust the start times for their Tuesday and Wednesday games this week due to cold temperatures and windy conditions. The games, originally scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET, will now begin at 4:10 p.m. ET to avoid potential safety hazards for players and fans.

Why it matters

This decision highlights the hidden complexities of sports scheduling and the challenges teams face in adapting to external factors like the weather. It also reveals how weather disruptions can have a ripple effect, impacting player routines, broadcast schedules, and fan experiences.

The details

The Mets are offering complimentary tickets and vouchers for future games to ticketholders affected by the schedule change, a rare gesture of goodwill towards fans. The earlier start times will require players like Zac Gallen and Freddy Peralta to adjust their pre-game routines, underscoring how weather can impact athlete performance.

  • The games were originally scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Wednesday.
  • The start times have been moved up to 4:10 p.m. ET on both days.

The players

Zac Gallen

The probable starting pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.

Freddy Peralta

The probable starting pitcher for the New York Mets on Tuesday.

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What’s next

The Mets and Diamondbacks will play their rescheduled games at 4:10 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The takeaway

This incident with the Mets and Diamondbacks could be a preview of what's to come as climate patterns shift, highlighting the need for leagues to invest in more flexible scheduling systems and weather-proofing solutions like indoor or climate-controlled stadiums.