On July 14, 2024, the Cleveland Guardians are set to compete against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:40 PM under a forecast of light rain.

Ben Lively will take the mound for the Cleveland Guardians, entering the game with a 3.593 ERA. Opposing him from the Tampa Bay Rays is Ryan Pepiot, who holds a 4.205 ERA.

As of now in the 2024 AL Central Division, the Guardians claim the top spot with a record of 58-36, reflecting a .617 winning percentage. They’ve maintained a solid divisional stance with 15 wins and 13 losses. Recently, they’ve clinched 5 of their last 10 matches and are currently enjoying a one-game winning streak. At home, the Guardians have achieved 30 victories versus 11 losses, while their road record stands at 28-25. They’ve won 25 games during the day and 33 during nighttime matches, with a total run score of 454 while conceding 367.

In the AL East Division, the Tampa Bay Rays rank 9th with a nearly even record of 47-48, equating to a .495 winning percentage. They’ve secured 4th place in their division with a 12-18 record. Over their last 10 games, the Rays have amassed 4 wins but are currently on a single-game losing streak. They hold a home record of 26-27 and are equally poised on the road with 21 wins and 21 losses. The Rays boast 17 day-time game wins versus 30 during the night, having scored 374 runs and conceded 439 overall.