Detroit Tigers weather, rain delay vs Royals. When will game start?

TL;DR

The Detroit Tigers' game against the Kansas City Royals is currently delayed due to rain. Originally scheduled for 1:10 p.m., the game's status remains uncertain.

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Detroit Tigers game delayed due to rain
Originally scheduled for 1:10 p.m.
Uncertain if the game will be played today

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A.J. Hinch

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The Detroit Tigers might not play baseball on Thursday, April 16.

The Tigers entered a rain delay ahead of the finale of the three-game series against the Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park, due to inclement weather. If the rain continues, the American League Central rivals would be required to play the game at a later date.

The series finale was supposed to begin at 1:10 p.m.

It's unclear if the game will be played.

"I don't know what happens today," manager A.J. Hinch said before Thursday's postponement. "We'll meet as it gets closer to game time, but it's obviously a mess out there."

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Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers, on April 16, 2026, in Detroit, Michigan.

Without Thursday's game, the Tigers (9-9) wouldn't play until Friday (7:15 p.m., Apple TV) against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park.

The pitching matchup for Thursday was supposed to be right-hander Keider Montero for the Tigers and left-hander Kris Bubic for the Royals. If it's postponed, Montero would be lined up to start Friday's series opener against the Red Sox.

Q&A

What time was the Detroit Tigers game scheduled to start?

The Detroit Tigers game was scheduled to start at 1:10 p.m.

What caused the delay for the Tigers vs Royals game?

The game was delayed due to inclement weather and rain.

Will the Tigers vs Royals game be rescheduled if it doesn't happen today?

Yes, if the game cannot be played today, it will need to be rescheduled for a later date.