The New York Yankees will battle the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on October 18, 2024, with the first pitch set for 8:08 PM under a clear sky. Leading the charge for the Yankees will be pitcher Luis Gil, who holds an impressive 3.135 ERA. The starting pitcher for the Guardians remains unannounced.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Yankees top the chart with a record of 94-68, yielding a .580 winning percentage. They have a balanced divisional record of 26-26. Their recent performance includes 5 wins in the last 10 games, with a current winning streak of one game. The Yankees show a stronger performance on the road with 50 wins to 31 losses, compared to 44-37 at home. They have accumulated 33 daytime wins against 61 at night, scoring a total of 815 runs while conceding 668.

The Guardians claim the second spot in the AL Central Division with a 92-69 record, reflecting a .571 winning percentage. They lead the division with a 30-22 record. Despite a two-game losing streak, their past 10-match record mirrors the Yankees with 5 wins. The Guardians have a robust home record of 50-30 and are slightly less impressive on the road with a 42-39 tally. They have a total of 35 daytime wins versus 57 nighttime wins, with 708 runs scored and 621 runs conceded.