While a couple of Opening Day games were rained out Thursday, the Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays also dealt with some concern despite playing in the dome that is Tropicana Field.
No, not inclement weather—a fire.
A mere four hours before first pitch, the Rays announced there was a small grease fire inside the stadium Thursday morning:
Tampa Bay RaysWe've issued the following statement. https://t.co/teleUkVsD7
Per the Associated Press (h/t ESPN.com), a smoky haze was present at Tropicana Field. However, the team does not expect this to be a hinderance to getting the game underway.