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Orioles-Yankees still hope to play; Cairo on Henderson; O’s lineup

NEW YORK—The Orioles and New York Yankees are still scheduled to play their 162nd and final game of the 2026 season. Originally, the game was supposed to begin at 3:20 pm, but due to the unfavorable weather forecast, the starting…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 4:09 PM
Orioles-Yankees still hope to play; Cairo on Henderson; O’s lineup
Key Things to Know
  • The Orioles and Yankees game was moved up to 1:05 p.m. due to an unfavorable rain forecast.
  • A tarp remained on the field in New York just over an hour before the scheduled start.
  • Gunnar Henderson returned to the Orioles' lineup to bat third despite right wrist soreness.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees still intend to play their final regular season game on Sunday in New York. The start time was shifted from 3:20 p.m. to 1:05 p.m. due to an unfavorable forecast predicting heavy afternoon rain. Despite ongoing rain and the field remaining covered by a tarp roughly an hour prior to first pitch, the teams plan to proceed.

Shortstop Gunnar Henderson returned to the Orioles' starting lineup, batting third despite managing right wrist soreness that sidelined him on Friday. Infield coach Miguel Cairo expressed strong confidence in Henderson's future, praising his work ethic and defense despite a difficult season where he batted .226.

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