On the evening of August 9, 2024, at 8:10 PM, the Cleveland Guardians are set to battle the Minnesota Twins at Target Field under overcast skies. Alex Cobb, who currently boasts an impeccable ERA of 0.00, will be starting as pitcher for the Guardians. The starting pitcher for the Twins has not yet been announced.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Guardians find themselves in third place with a record of 67-47, reflecting a winning percentage of .59. They lead the division with a 19-15 record against division opponents. The team’s recent performance includes five wins in their last ten games, despite a current five-game losing streak. The Guardians have recorded 35 home wins versus 20 losses, and 32 wins to 27 losses on the road. They show a preference for night games with 40 wins, compared to 27 during the day, having scored 530 runs and conceded 452.

The Twins, meanwhile, are fourth in the same division with a record of 63-50, which accounts for a .56 winning percentage. They are second in the division, with 24 wins and 14 losses against divisional rivals. Their recent form includes six wins in their last ten games, though they are currently on a two-game losing streak. With a home record of 32-21 and an away record of 31-29, the Twins have a slightly better performance in day games with 33 wins compared to 30 at night. The Twins have scored 552 runs this season while allowing 500.