Examines the evolution of game cancellation criteria during typhoon season, the impact of domed stadiums, rescheduling system design, and new challenges posed by climate change with concrete data.
NPB's rain-shortened games award victory to the team leading after five complete innings. This rule means weather can decide outcomes that nine innings might have reversed. Who has been saved by rain, and who has been robbed?
An analysis of weather-related game cancellation statistics in NPB, examining the impact of domed stadiums on game operations. This article compares cancellation rates between outdoor and domed venues, correlates regional rainfall patterns, and considers the multifaceted effects on revenue.
NPB cancels 20 to 30 games annually due to rain. Ticket refunds, food waste, staff costs, and makeup game expenses create losses far larger than most imagine.