The anticipated matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Pirates is set for July 24, 2024, at PNC Park, beginning at 12:35 PM under partly cloudy skies.

The Cardinals’ starting pitcher remains undecided, while Martín Pérez will take the mound for the Pirates, boasting an ERA of 5.610.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cardinals are currently 5th with a record of 52-48, translating to a 0.52 winning percentage. They have balanced their divisional games with 15 wins and 15 losses, ranking 2nd in their division. Their performance in the last 10 games includes 4 wins, and they are currently on a losing streak (L1). The Cardinals’ home and away records are identical at 26-22 and 26-26, respectively. They see different outcomes during day games, holding 23 wins as opposed to 29 in night games. They have scored 416 runs but have given up 448.

The Pirates trail closely in the division at 7th place with a 51-49 record, indicating a 0.51 winning percentage. They hold a slight divisional edge with 16 wins against 14 losses, sitting 3rd. The Pirates have found recent success, winning 8 of their last 10 games, and they currently hold a winning streak (W1). Their home and road splits are even at 25-25 and 26-24, respectively. They’ve managed 27 day game victories to 24 in night games. The Pirates have matched the Cardinals in runs scored at 416, but have conceded fewer, allowing 426 runs.