The San Diego Padres’ series opener with the Cincinnati Reds has been delayed due to rain. More news: What Will Padres Do at Trade Deadline? AJ Preller Answers First pitch was originally scheduled for 4:10 p.m. PT, and now the matchup is set for 4:20 p.m. PT. The Padres’ batting practice was cut short, and the grounds crew was already preparing to put the tarp on the field ahead of the Reds’ official announcement. “First pitch of tonight’s #Reds-Padres game will be at 7:20 PM ET,” the team announced in a post on X. First pitch of tonight’s #Reds -Padres game will be at 7:20 PM ET. — Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) June 27, 2025 Right-handed pitcher Dylan Cease will be on the mound for the Padres Friday