On the first day of September 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates are set to challenge the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM. Weather conditions for the game day are expected to play a factor.

Heading to the pitcher’s mound for the Pirates is Mitch Keller, who carries a solid ERA of 3.762. The starting pitcher for the Guardians has not yet been announced.

In the 2024 National League Central Division, the Pirates currently sit in 12th place with 62 wins and 72 losses, marking a winning percentage of 0.46. They have a divisional record of 20-19, ranked 5th within their division. They enter the matchup having won 4 of their last 10 games, but are struggling with a 4-game losing streak. At home, they have 32 wins to 36 losses, while their road record is also in the negatives at 30-36. The Pirates have won 30 day games against 32 night games and have a run differential of -48, with 568 runs scored and 616 allowed.

Over in the American League Central Division, the Guardians hold 3rd place with a record of 77-58, translating to a 0.57 winning percentage. They top their division record at 22-20. Their recent form mirrors the Pirates, with 4 wins in the last 10 games, but with a currently positive momentum of a 2-game winning streak. The Guardians boast a stronger home record of 42-24 compared to their nearly balanced 35-34 road record. Their day game performance stands at 31 wins, and they have excelled in night games with 46 victories. The Guardians have scored 618 runs and conceded 548, showing a more robust offensive and defensive play compared to their counterparts.