BREAKING: Mets-Cardinals Game Postponed, Doubleheader Set for Tomorrow 5/4/25

BREAKING: Mets-Cardinals Game Postponed, Doubleheader Set for Tomorrow

Mother Nature has thrown a curveball. Tonight’s highly anticipated Game 2 between the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium has been postponed due to down pouring rain forcing the teams to pivot to a twin-bill showdown tomorrow.

Doubleheader Details

Game 1:Saturday, May 3 | 1:15 PM ET

Game 2:Saturday, May 3 | 6:15 PM ET

Busch Stadium, St. Louis

The decision comes after persistent rain drenched St. Louis, rendering the field unplayable. Fans holding tickets for tonight’s game will gain access to split admission which i find BS of tomorrow’s doubleheader, per Cardinals officials looks like they need money for souble admission.

Pitching Plans

While the Mets have yet to confirm starters, insiders expect RHP Blade Tidewell will be the first game (0-0, 0.00 ERA) to take the ball in Game 1, with RHP Erick Fedde (0-0, 0.00 ERA) likely following in Game 2. The Cardinals could counter with RHP Tyler Megill (3-2, 1.71 ERA) and RHP Andre Pallante(2-2, 4.13 ERA).

Why This Matters

The Mets (22-11) aim to extend their NL East momentum after Friday's game 9-2 win.

The Cardinals (14-19), struggling to find consistency, now face a grueling day-night test. Doubleheaders often hinge on bullpen deptha strength for the Mets, who boast MLB’s 3rd-best relief ERA

Final Thoughts

Rainouts are never ideal, but for the Mets, this delay could be a blessing. With an extra day to reset arms and align their rotation, Carlos Mendoza squad is primed to attack tomorrow’s twin bill with urgency. Grab your ice coffee it's super hot out here in NY , Mets fans it’s about to be a marathon day FOR Tomorrow.

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