Matchup Preview: Kansas City Royals vs Washington Nationals on September 24, 2024

The Kansas City Royals are set to clash with the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on September 24, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 06:45 pm under expected light rain conditions.

Cole Ragans will lead the pitching effort for the Royals, entering the game with a 3.244 ERA. His counterpart from the Nationals, Mitchell Parker, will take the mound with a 4.438 ERA.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Royals sit in 5th place with an 82-74 record, equating to a .530 winning percentage. They are 2nd in divisional contests with a 33-19 record. The Royals’ recent performance includes 2 wins in their last 10 games and they are on a 7-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 45-36, while away they have a 37-38 record. They have won 30 day games versus 52 at night, scoring a total of 719 runs and conceding 633.

Over in the NL East, the Nationals are positioned 13th with a 69-87 win-loss record, resulting in a .440 winning percentage. They are 4th in their division with a 23-26 record. The Nationals have 4 wins from their last 10 games and are coming off a loss. They hold a home record of 36-39 and an away tally of 33-48. They’ve secured 34 victories in day games against 35 in night outings, scoring 638 runs while allowing 743 in total.