On September 16, 2024, the Minnesota Twins are set to battle the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field, commencing at 6:40 PM under partly cloudy skies.

Pablo López will take the hill for the Twins, carrying a 3.880 ERA. Conversely, Matthew Boyd will be pitching for the Guardians, showcasing a superior ERA of 2.182.

As of the 2024 season standings in the AL Central Division, the Twins rank 6th with a record of 78-70, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.53. They have managed 28 wins and 20 losses within the division, positioning them 3rd. Their performance trajectory shows three wins in their last 10 contests, and they are currently experiencing a two-game losing streak. The Twins have marked 41 victories at home versus 33 defeats, and an evenly balanced 37-37 record on the road. They hold identical win records in day and night games, both tallying at 39. The team has accumulated 691 runs scored against 664 runs allowed.

The Guardians, holding the 2nd spot in the same division, present a strong 85-64 record, which translates to a 0.57 winning percentage. They are leading the division with a 27-21 record in division games. With five wins in their last ten games and a current one game winning streak, the Guardians show a strong home record of 44-27 and a fair 41-37 on the road. Statistically, they have secured 36 victories in day games and an impressive 49 in night games. Overall, they have scored 666 runs and conceded 587 runs.