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Phantom weather delay in Washington halting Thursday night’s game

Thursday night’s game between the Atlanta Braves and Washington Nationals was originally set to begin at 7:05 p.m. ET.

However, it was announced just under 30 minutes prior to first pitch that the start of the game would be delayed due to approaching weather.

The start of tonight's #Nats - #Braves game will be delayed. We will provide more information as soon as it is available.

— Washington Nationals (@Nationals) July 6, 2017

As annoying as rain delays can be for fans, journalists and players alike, it’s understood that it’s just a part of baseball.