The Red Sox and Reds got through three innings on Tuesday night before thunder, lightning and hard rain forced a delay, and ultimately a suspension The contest will continue on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.

The middle game of the three-game series between the Cincinnati Reds and Boston was suspended because of rain with the Red Sox leading 2-1 heading into the fourth inning and will resume as part of a day-night doubleheader on Wednesday.

BOSTON— The Red Sox and Reds game Tuesday is in a rain and thunderstorm delay. The grounds crew placed the tarp on the infield around 8 p.m. right after the third inning concluded. This story will be updated when the Red Sox provide a restart time.