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NEW YORK, New York — The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are having to closely monitor the weather situation ahead of their playoff series at Yankee Stadium, as unfavorable conditions in New York could force MLB to adjust the schedule. The concern emerged immediately after the Yankees’ final game against the Baltimore Orioles could not be played as scheduled because of prolonged rain in the Bronx. That game was originally scheduled to begin Sunday afternoon, but the weather did not improve enough to ensure safe playing conditions. Now, attention is quickly shifting to the playoff series between the Yankees and Red Sox, one of the most anticipated matchups in the American League. According to the postseason schedule, New York will have home-field advantage and host the series at Yankee Stadium. However, the weather is becoming a factor that the Yankees, Red Sox, and MLB must continue to monitor before the teams take the field. With the recent weather fluctuations in the Bronx, there remains a possibility that rain will continue and affect both preparations and the start times of the games. If conditions become worse than initially forecast, the risk of the Yankees-Red Sox playoff series being significantly affected by rain will increase. That does not necessarily mean that any game is certain to be postponed or canceled. MLB could choose to delay the start time, adjust game times, or change the schedule if field conditions do not meet safety requirements. The schedule and game times will therefore be continuously updated based on the actual weather conditions at Yankee Stadium. For the Yankees, any change could affect pitching plans, players’ rest time, and how manager Aaron Boone prepares the roster for the postseason. Boston will also have to remain flexible, particularly with its rotation and bullpen in a short series where every decision can make a major difference. The Yankees enter the postseason with the advantage of playing in the Bronx after securing the American League’s top Wild Card spot. The matchup with the Red Sox also opens a new chapter in one of the most famous rivalries in MLB history. But before the two teams can focus completely on baseball, the weather in New York remains a factor that must be monitored. MLB typically prioritizes completing postseason games as scheduled, but field conditions and the safety of players, staff, and fans will play an important role in every decision. If rain arrives close to game time, the league could wait for an appropriate period before deciding whether to delay the game or move to another option. Therefore, fans planning to attend Yankee Stadium are advised to monitor the latest announcements regarding the game’s start time before heading to the ballpark. The Yankees and Red Sox are still preparing for their playoff battle in the Bronx, but after what the weather just caused during the series with the Orioles, the schedule will continue to be monitored and could be adjusted if conditions in New York become unfavorable.