🌧️ Introduction
The Guardians vs White Sox postponed game on Thursday night has reshaped the weekend schedule in Chicago. Due to persistent rain, the series opener was called off and rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Friday.
📅 New Game Times for Friday’s Doubleheader
The makeup schedule includes two separate games:
- Game 1 (Makeup Game): 2:10 p.m. CT / 3:10 p.m. ET
- Game 2 (Originally Scheduled): 7:10 p.m. CT / 8:10 p.m. ET
Fans who held tickets for Thursday’s postponed game do not need to exchange them. All game tickets, parking passes, and Stadium Club passes will be valid for the 2:10 p.m. makeup game. Guardians White Sox rain delay.
🧢 Pitching Matchups for the Doubleheader
Each team has confirmed their starting pitchers for both games of the Friday twin bill:
✅ Cleveland Guardians
- Game 1: Logan Allen
- Game 2: Gavin Williams
✅ Chicago White Sox
- Game 1: All-Star Shane Smith
- Game 2: Jonathan Cannon
White Sox manager Will Venable praised Cannon’s poise and ability to adapt under pressure:
“He understands how to navigate traffic… He’s just a guy that knows how to pitch.”
📊 Guardians’ Doubleheader Record in 2025
Cleveland is 2-2 in doubleheaders this season:
- April 26: Split vs. Red Sox
- May 6: Split vs. Nationals
- May 21: Played two vs. Twins (including suspended game from May 20)
Friday’s matchup presents another opportunity for the Guardians to improve that record.
🎉 White Sox Promotions Still On for Reunion Weekend
Despite the weather delay, the 2005 World Series 20-Year Reunion Weekend events remain largely unchanged:
- Mark Buehrle Statue Unveiling: Still scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CT on Friday
- Promotional Items:
- Thursday’s Yacht Rock Hat: Already distributed
- Friday’s 2005 Champs Hawaiian Shirt: Given to the first 15,000 fans at the evening game
Fans attending both games can enjoy a full day of baseball and celebration. Guardians White Sox rain delay.
❓ FAQs
Q1: Why was the Guardians vs White Sox game postponed?
A: Rain caused Thursday’s game to be delayed and eventually postponed before first pitch.
Q2: When will the makeup game be played?
A: It will be played as part of a split doubleheader on Friday at 2:10 p.m. CT.
Q3: Do I need a new ticket for the makeup game?
A: No. Tickets, parking passes, and Stadium Club passes from Thursday will be honored at the 2:10 p.m. makeup game.
Q4: Who are the starting pitchers for the doubleheader?
A: Logan Allen and Gavin Williams for Cleveland; Shane Smith and Jonathan Cannon for Chicago.
🏁 Conclusion
The Guardians vs White Sox postponed game adds a double dose of baseball action to Friday’s schedule. With two games, a statue unveiling, and a major giveaway, fans at Guaranteed Rate Field are in for a packed day. Whether you’re following Cleveland’s playoff push or celebrating White Sox history, this doubleheader is shaping up to be a must-watch.
