Baseball fans in Detroit are going to need a little more patience today. The scheduled series finale between the Detroit Tigers and Kansas City Royals at Comerica Park has been delayed due to rain, putting the 1:10 p.m. start time on hold.

With dark skies looming over the ballpark, the Tigers announced a rain delay ahead of the game, casting doubt on whether the AL Central matchup will be played at all. If the weather doesn't clear, the teams will have to find a new date to make up this final game of their three-game set.

Tigers manager A.J. Hinch summed up the uncertainty before the postponement, stating, "I don't know what happens today... it's obviously a mess out there." He also mentioned coordinating with Royals manager Matt Quatraro, with both clubs prioritizing player safety and hoping for a playable window.

The delay has a ripple effect on the pitching plans. The anticipated duel featured Detroit's right-hander Keider Montero against Kansas City's lefty Kris Bubic. If Thursday's game is officially called, Montero would likely be pushed back to start Friday's series opener in Boston against the Red Sox.

For the Tigers, sitting at a .500 record (9-9), this pause means their next action would be under the lights at Fenway Park on Friday night. For now, fans and players alike are left waiting and watching the Detroit skies, hoping for a break in the weather to get the game in.