The Chicago Cubs are set to clash with the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on August 13, 2024, starting at 6:40 PM under a partly cloudy sky. Javier Assad will lead the pitching for the Cubs, entering the game with a 3.244 ERA. The Guardians’ starting pitcher remains unannounced.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cubs rank 10th with a record of 59-60, a winning percentage of 0.50, and a divisional record of 17-26. They currently stand 3rd in the division, boasting 8 wins in their last 10 games and riding a four-game winning streak. The Cubs’ home record is 32-27, while they are 27-33 on the road. Their performance includes 28 wins in day games against 31 in night games, having scored 503 and conceded 493 runs.

The Cleveland Guardians hold the 3rd spot in the 2024 AL Central Division with a 69-49 record, translating to a 0.58 winning percentage. They top their division with 21 wins and 17 losses. Recently, the Guardians have seen 3 wins in their last 10 matches and are currently on a two-game winning streak. They boast a stronger home record of 35-20 compared to 34-29 on the road, with 28 day wins versus 41 at night. The team has scored 542 runs and allowed 466 runs.