The matchup at Target Field on August 9, 2024, features the Cleveland Guardians colliding with the Minnesota Twins at 2:10 PM, under expected clear skies.

The Guardians’ starting pitcher has yet to be named, whilst Bailey Ober, with a 3.689 ERA, is set to helm the mound for the Twins.

In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Cleveland Guardians hold the third position with a 67-47 record, translating into a 0.59 winning percentage. They boast a divisional tally of 19-15. Recent performances include five wins in their last ten outings, despite a current losing streak of five games. The Guardians have a strong 35-20 home record compared to a 32-27 away record, with more success in night games (40 wins) than in day games (27 wins). They’ve scored 530 runs and conceded 452.

On the other side, the Minnesota Twins place fourth in the division with a 63-50 record, reflecting a 0.56 winning percentage. Their divisional performance stands at 24-14. The Twins have a six-game winning streak in their last ten matches but are currently on a two-game losing streak. Home games have concluded with 32 victories and 21 defeats, whereas away games tally at 31-29. The team has a slightly better record in day games at 33 wins against 30 in night fixtures. Offensively, the Twins have scored 552 runs but have given up 500.