Braves-Twins Match Postponed as Weather Disrupts Minneapolis Schedule
The Atlanta Braves’ road trip encounters a weather-related interruption as the Minnesota Twins’ home game faces a rain delay, with an updated start time confirmed by officials.
The scheduled baseball fixture between the Atlanta Braves and the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis has been delayed due to inclement weather. The interruption occurred just minutes before the original start time on August 17, 2026, disrupting the Atlanta Braves’ ongoing road trip.
The Minnesota Twins confirmed the delay via their official social media channels, stating the game would begin in a rain delay. The team indicated that further details would be provided as they became available, citing the use of an @uponor rain delay protocol.
Sports journalist CJ Nitkowski reported via social media that an estimated start time of 8:30 p.m. ET had been established. This update followed earlier concerns regarding local weather conditions, with a preview contributor previously noting the presence of a thunderstorm in the area.
By 8:30 p.m. ET, reports confirmed that both teams were on the field and ready to play. The Minnesota Twins acknowledged the situation, noting the game was currently in a delay phase before resuming operations.
Target Field, the home stadium of the Minnesota Twins, has previously experienced similar weather-related interruptions. Archival footage from Getty Images shows grounds crews preparing tarps during a rain delay at the venue in May 2026, highlighting the recurring nature of such disruptions at the Minneapolis location.
