On September 2, 2024, an exciting MLB clash is set as the Cleveland Guardians take on the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. The first pitch is scheduled for 4:10 PM under what is expected to be clear skies. Leading the charge from the mound for the Guardians will be Gavin Williams, who carries a 4.987 ERA into the game. Opposing him will be the Royals’ pitcher Michael Wacha, holding an ERA of 3.496. In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Guardians currently sit in third place with a 77-59 record, holding a winning percentage of .570. They are tops in the division with 22 wins versus 20 losses. Recently, they have managed 4 wins in their last 10 games but are trying to bounce back from a recent loss. At home, the Guardians have 42 wins to 25 losses, while their road record is closely balanced at 35 wins and 34 losses. They perform better during night games with 46 wins, vs. 31 during the day. So far, they’ve scored 618 runs and allowed 551. The Royals, on the other hand, are placed fourth in the division with a 75-62 record, marking a .550 winning percentage. They rank second in divisional play with 29 wins compared to 14 losses. Like the Guardians, they have won 4 of their last 10 games, but are currently on a four-game losing streak. The Royals boast a strong home record of 41-28 alongside an evenly matched road performance of 34-34. Their night game wins tally at 47 versus 28 in day games, having scored 661 runs while conceding 563. This matchup promises to be a pivotal game for both teams as they look to improve their standings late in the season.