The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to square off against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on September 1, 2024, starting at 1:40 pm. The weather conditions for the game are expected to be favorable.

Mitch Keller will take the pitcher’s mound for the Pirates, touting a commendable ERA of 3.762. The starting pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians has not yet been announced.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Pirates currently rank 12th with a record of 62 wins and 72 losses, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.46. They hold a divisional record of 20 wins against 19 losses, placing them 5th in the division. The team has recently managed 4 wins out of their last 10 matches and is experiencing a 4-game losing streak. Their home performance shows 32 wins against 36 losses, while their away record stands at an identical 30 wins and 36 losses. During daytime games, the Pirates have secured 30 victories compared to 32 in night games; they have scored a total of 568 runs and conceded 616 runs.

The Guardians, ranking 3rd in the 2024 AL Central Division with a 77-58 record, boast a winning percentage of 0.57. They are 1st in the division based on their 22-20 record against divisional opponents. Like the Pirates, the Guardians have won 4 of their last 10 games and are currently enjoying a 2-game winning streak. They have demonstrated a stronger performance at home with a 42-24 record and a slightly less successful 35-34 record on the road. The Guardians have accumulated 31 wins in day games and a more impressive 46 wins in night games. Offensively, they have acquired 618 runs, while their pitching staff has allowed 548 runs.