On July 14, 2024, the Chicago Cubs are set to take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium starting at 02:15 PM. Expect a sky with few clouds on this day.

Jameson Taillon, who holds a 2.989 ERA, will be pitching for the Cubs. Facing him from the mound for the Cardinals will be Miles Mikolas, carrying an ERA of 4.879.

Currently, in the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cubs rank 12th with a 46-51 record, reflecting a 0.47 winning percentage. They have a divisional record of 11-21, placing them 5th within the division. Recent performances show the Cubs with 7 wins in their last 10 matches, though they are on a 2-game losing streak. At home, their record is stronger at 25-21, compared to 21-30 on the road. In daytime play, they have 22 victories against 24 in nighttime games. Overall, the Cubs have scored 407 runs and allowed 417.

The Cardinals, on the other hand, occupy the 5th spot in the same division standings, sporting a 50-45 record which gives them a 0.53 winning percentage. They stand second in the division with a 15-13 record in divisional games. Their recent form includes 6 victories out of their last 10 games, alongside a current 2-game winning streak. The Cardinals have posted a 26-21 home record and an even 24-24 record on the road. They have secured 22 wins in day games compared to 28 in night games. On the scoring front, the Cardinals have cumulated 395 runs while conceding 428.