The Cleveland Guardians have moved their 2024 home opener against the Chicago White Sox back to 5:10 p.m. on April 8 due to a total solar eclipse, an event that hasn't happened in Northeast Ohio since 1806 and won't again until 2444.

The club said Thursday that the ballpark's gates will open at 2 p.m., giving fans a chance to observe the eclipse, which will begin at 1:59 p.m. The peak will arrive at 3:13 p.m. and last four minutes.

The Guardians have typically played their opener at 4:10 p.m. but adjusted the start time after consulting with city officials who are expecting Cleveland's downtown to be crowded with visitors for the rare eclipse.

The team is urging fans to plan accordingly and use public transit if possible.