On August 26, 2024, an exciting MLB matchup is scheduled as the Kansas City Royals take on the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field starting at 1:10 pm. Light rain is expected during the game. Cole Ragans will be starting as pitcher for the Royals with an impressive ERA of 3.309, while the starting pitcher for the Guardians has not yet been announced. As of now, the Royals are fourth in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 72-57 (.560 winning percentage), including a 26-13 record in divisional games. They have won 7 of their last 10 games but are coming off a loss. The Royals have performed well both at home (41-27) and on the road (31-30), with a stronger showing in night games where they have 45 wins compared to 27 during the day. They have scored a total of 627 runs and conceded 523. Meanwhile, the Guardians hold the third spot in the division with a record of 74-55 (.570 winning percentage) and top the divisional games with a 21-17 record. They have won 4 of their recent 10 games and are currently on a winning streak. The Guardians have a solid home record of 39-21 and a balanced 35-34 record on the road. They have won 29 day games versus 45 night games, scoring 589 runs and allowing 514.