Chicago Cubs Adjust Game Times Due to Arizona Heat Wave
• The Chicago Cubs are adjusting their Cactus League game times due to an expected heat wave in Arizona, prioritizing player safety.
• Temperatures are forecast to reach as high as 107°F (42°C), prompting the Cubs to move their March 20 games to evening start times.
• Cubs bench coach Ryan Flaherty emphasizes hydration and preparation as key strategies for players to cope with the extreme heat.
Cubs reschedule games amid Arizona heat wave
The Chicago Cubs are proactively adjusting their Cactus League schedule to address an anticipated heat wave in Arizona. With forecasts indicating temperatures will exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the team has rescheduled their split-squad games on March 20. The game at Sloan Park will now commence at 6:05 p.m., while the game against the Athletics at Hohokam Stadium is set to begin at 6:10 p.m. These changes are in direct response to predictions of extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 102°F (39°C) on Wednesday and peak at 107°F (42°C) on Friday and Saturday.
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