Rainout Leaves Cub Fans Out in the Cold

The Chicago Cubs had more to contend with than the Pittsburgh Pirates in their quest for a playoff spot after Friday’s game at Wrigley Field was postponed because of rain.

The weather forced the Cubs to play a doubleheader today as they chase their first division title since 1989. It also sent thousands of fans home angry after the game was called off after a delay of 1 hour 40 minutes.

Disappointed fans booed loudly after learning that their tickets can’t be used for the doubleheader that starts at 10:25 a.m. PDT.

Cub President Andy MacPhail said fans could exchange Friday’s ticket for a cash refund or for a ticket to a game next season.

Today’s originally scheduled game was already sold out and MacPhail said having a day-night doubleheader that would accommodate two separate admissions couldn’t be done.

For one, the Cubs have already used up their allotment of night games at Wrigley Field. It would also be difficult, MacPhail said, to do all the logistical work for a day-night doubleheader on such short notice.

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