The showdown between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Cleveland Guardians is scheduled for August 31, 2024, at Progressive Field, starting at 06:10 PM. The weather conditions are expected to be ideal for baseball.

Luis L. Ortiz will be the starting pitcher for the Pirates, entering the game with a solid 3.364 ERA. Facing him from the mound for the Guardians will be Matthew Boyd, who boasts an impressive 2.700 ERA.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Pirates hold the 12th spot with a 62-72 record, translating to a .46 winning percentage. They are placed 5th within the division with a 20-19 record against divisional opponents. Recently, the Pirates have won 4 of their last 10 games but are currently facing a four-game losing streak. Their home and away records stand at 32-36 and 30-36, respectively. In daylight, the team has won 30 games, while they have a slightly better performance in night games with 32 wins. They’ve scored 568 runs and conceded 616.

Meanwhile, the Guardians rank 3rd in the AL Central with a record of 77-58, reflecting a .57 winning percentage. They lead the division with a 22-20 record against divisional rivals. The Guardians are coming off two consecutive wins and have won half of their last ten games. They boast a stronger home record of 42-24 and are nearly balanced on the road with a 35-34 record. The Guardians have been more successful in night games, winning 46, compared to 31 in day games. Their offense has produced 618 runs, and their defense has allowed 548 runs.