On September 13, 2024, an exciting baseball matchup will unfold at PNC Park as the Kansas City Royals take on the Pittsburgh Pirates, starting at 6:40 PM under overcast skies.

The Royals have not yet announced their starting pitcher for the game. In contrast, the Pirates will have Luis L. Ortiz on the mound, boasting a commendable ERA of 3.261.

As of now in the 2024 AL Central Division, the Royals are in 4th place with an 80-67 record, demonstrating a 0.54 win rate. Their divisional performance shows 33 wins against 16 losses, good for second place. They have claimed victory in 5 out of their last 10 games but are trying to rebound from a recent loss. With a home record of 45-30 and 35-37 on the road, they have shown resilience irrespective of venue. Their day game wins stand at 30, but their performance enhances at night with 50 wins. The Royals have scored 693 runs and conceded 598.

In the NL Central, the Pittsburgh Pirates hold 12th place with a 70-76 record, reflecting a 0.48 win rate. Their division record sits at 22 wins to 20 losses, placing them 5th in their division standings. The Pirates are entering this game on a positive note, having secured wins in 7 of their last 10 outings and riding a 4-game winning streak. They have a nearly balanced home record of 37-38 and a similar away record of 33-38. The team has played better in night games with 37 wins compared to 33 during the day. Offensively, the Pirates have accumulated 619 runs, while giving up 664 runs.