On the evening of August 20, 2024, a compelling matchup is set between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field, with the first pitch at 08:05 PM under overcast skies.

Mitch Keller will take the mound for the Pirates, entering the game with a 3.948 ERA. Across the diamond, Cody Bradford will pitch for the Rangers, carrying a 3.500 ERA into the contest.

As of the 2024 season, the Pirates find themselves in 12th place in the NL Central, with a record of 58-65, translating to a .470 win percentage. They are fifth in the division with a 17-15 record against divisional foes. Recently, the Pirates have been struggling, winning just 2 of their last 10 games and enduring a one-game losing streak. Their home and away records are nearly identical, with 29-32 at home and 29-33 on the road. They have an even split between day and night game wins at 29 each, have scored 511 runs and conceded 542.

Meanwhile, the Rangers are positioned 12th in the AL West with a 57-68 record, reflecting a .460 win percentage. They sit third in the division with a 14-18 record against their division rivals. The Rangers have won 3 of their last 10 contests and are coming off a win. Their home record stands at 32-30, and they are 25-38 on the road. They have secured 22 victories in day games and 35 in night games. The Rangers have scored 531 runs and allowed 566 runs so far this season.