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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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