The Houston Astros are set to clash with the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on September 27, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 07:10 pm under overcast skies. Pitching for the Astros, Ronel Blanco will take the mound, carrying a commendable 2.878 ERA. His counterpart, Joey Cantillo of the Guardians, enters the game with a 4.989 ERA.

In the 2024 AL West Division, the Astros currently rank 4th with an 86-73 record, reflecting a 0.54 winning percentage. They have achieved 29 wins and 23 losses within their division, holding the top spot. The team has a recent performance of 5 wins in their last 10 matchups and is trying to rebound from a recent loss. With a 46-35 home record and 40-38 away record, the Astros have shown resilience on both fronts, accumulating more wins during night games at 59, compared to 27 in day games. They have tallied a total of 731 runs while conceding 644.

The Cleveland Guardians, on the other hand, stand 2nd in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 92-67, posting a 0.58 winning percentage. They hold the division lead with a 30-22 record against division opponents. The Guardians are continuing a winning momentum with 7 victories in their last 10 games and a current two-game winning streak. Their home and away records stand at 50-28 and 42-39, respectively, demonstrating strong performance primarily in night games with 56 wins. The Guardians’ offense has put up 703 runs this season, while their pitchers have given up 612 runs.