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Scorching Temps Force Rockers to Shorten Game to Seven Innings

The decision was made in conjunction with the league office in the interest of player and fan safety.

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Extreme heat in the Piedmont Triad is bringing changes to the High Point Rockers' series finale against the Somerset Patriots on Sunday.

The Rockers are making Sunday's 2 p.m. game at BB&T Point a seven-inning contest. The decision was made in conjunction with the league office in the interest of player and fan safety, according to a release. 

Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s Sunday with much of the country experiencing a heat wave. 

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