Wahoos, Smokies Suspended by Rain

August 19, 2026

Tuesday’s series opener between the Pensacola Blue Wahoos and Knoxville Smokies was suspended due to rain with the Smokies leading 9-0 in the top of the second inning.

The Smokies scored nine runs in the top of the first inning, and the game was halted with a runner at first and no outs in the top of the second.

After waiting approximately an hour, the game was suspended. It will be picked up Wednesday at 4:05 p.m, and the regularly scheduled game will follow approximately 30 minutes after its conclusion. In accordance with MLB’s rules and regulations, the second game will be shortened to seven innings.

Fans with tickets to Wednesday’s game will have admittance to both games in the seat listed on their ticket. Fans with tickets to Tuesday’s suspended game can exchange them for any remaining regular season game, subject to availability. Each ticket must be exchanged at the Pensacola Blue Wahoos Ticket Office for a ticket of equal or lesser value. Exchanges must be made in person and cannot be processed via telephone, e-mail or fax.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under FRONT FEATURE