Scheduled for September 14, 2024, at 18:10 at Progressive Field, the Tampa Bay Rays are set to take on the Cleveland Guardians under clear skies. The starting pitcher for the Rays has not yet been announced, while Joey Cantillo, holding a 5.961 ERA, will take the mound for the Guardians.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Rays rank 10th with a record of 72-75, a .490 winning percentage. They sit 4th in their division with a 19-24 divisional record, have claimed 5 wins in their last 10 games, and are coming off a recent win. Their home and away records are 37-38 and 35-37, respectively. The Rays have won 30 daytime games versus 42 nighttime victories, and their scoreline for the season reads 566 runs scored to 625 conceded.

Meanwhile, the Guardians hold 2nd place in the AL Central Division with an 84-63 record, reflecting a .570 winning percentage. They top their division with a 27-21 record, have won 6 of their recent 10 games, but are coming off a loss. The Guardians boast a 43-26 home record and a 41-37 away record. They have secured 33 daytime wins against 51 nighttime wins and have scored 659 runs while allowing 583.