The Cubs’ final series of the year at Fenway Park could be threatened by a nor’easter
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Key Points:
- A rare nor’easter storm is forecasted to hit the Boston area during the upcoming Cubs/Red Sox series, potentially causing delays or postponements of the games.
- September nor’easters are highly unusual, with only about 1% of the strongest storms historically occurring in this month, making this weather event exceptional if it materializes.
- The Red Sox are less concerned about playing the series due to upcoming key games against Cleveland and the Yankees, while the Cubs likely need these games to resolve the National League Wild Card standings.
- MLB is unlikely to schedule a doubleheader on September 28 due to travel and postseason considerations, and is considering relocating the series to neutral venues such as Tropicana Field in Florida or Daikin Park in Houston to avoid weather disruptions.
- The league aims to avoid playing in poor conditions or postponements, and has precedent for relocating games threatened by severe weather, so a move away from Boston appears probable given the forecast.
