NEW YORK — There could be more soggy weather in the Bronx for Game 1 of the World Series.
John Murray, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, says there’s a 30 percent chance of showers for tonight’s opener between the Phillies and the Yankees. The gametime temperature is expected to be about 47 degrees.
Murray said Tuesday the forecast for Game 2 Thursday night calls for mostly clear skies and a low of 48.
Game 3 is scheduled for Saturday night in Philadelphia.
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Chance of showers for Game 1
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