The upcoming MLB fixture on August 18, 2024, will see the Minnesota Twins go head-to-head with the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field, starting at 2:35 PM. The forecast predicts clear skies for the game day.

Pablo López will take the mound for the Minnesota Twins, carrying a 4.667 ERA. Facing him from the mound for the Texas Rangers will be Tyler Mahle, who holds a promising 2.793 ERA.

In the 2024 AL Central Division race, the Minnesota Twins currently sit in 4th place with a record of 68-53, reflecting a .560 winning percentage. They have performed well within their division, boasting a 28-17 record and securing the 2nd spot. The Twins have recently won 5 of their last 10 games and are on a one-game winning streak. At home, they hold a record of 36-24, while their away record is 32-29. They have tallied 35 daytime wins against 33 nighttime victories, totaling 591 runs scored against 524 allowed.

Meanwhile, the Texas Rangers find themselves in 12th position in the AL West Division, with a win-loss ratio of 56-66, marking a .460 winning percentage. They have collected 14 divisional wins against 18 losses, placing them 3rd in their division. The Rangers have won 3 of their last 10 games and are currently facing a one-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 31-28, with a weaker performance on the road at 25-38. The team has had more success in night games, with 34 wins compared to 22 in day games, and has scored 520 runs while conceding 552 runs.