JUST IN: The Braves and Reds have revealed exclusive uniforms for the Speedway Classic 🏁 The Braves cap features flames on the top of the visor, while the Reds cap has checkered racing flags across its visor The jersey numbers reflect the spirit of numbers on racecars The 2… pic.twitter.com/SrH5Ck5Rbu

It was a spectacle, to be sure, but unfortunately a wet one for Major League Baseball's attempt at an all-time attendance record.

The MLB Speedway Classic baseball game between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds was a well-predicted rainfest. So why did they try to play?