# Smoke Halts Game, Pirates Push On | MLB News

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Published: 2026-07-18T04:16:32+00:00
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## Resource

Smoke from Canadian wildfires forced the Cleveland Guardians to postpone their game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, turning a baseball matchup into a public health emergency. With air quality deemed “very unhealthy,” teams across MLB — including the Mets, Phillies, and even the Blue Jays — are scrambling to adapt, from rescheduling games to closing stadium roofs. The Pirates, already weathering rain delays and a doubleheader this season, now face another scheduling twist as they gear up for a makeup doubleheader tomorrow — though thunderstorms loom. Despite the chaos, Pittsburgh’s playoff push remains alive, and they’ll need to rise to the occasion against Cleveland’s formidable pitching to keep their momentum alive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/05a74361f68abc20

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