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.

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 Cincinnati Reds trailed the Boston Red Sox 2-1 when the tarp was pulled onto the field after the end of the third inning Tuesday.