The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to clash with the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on September 6, 2024, with first pitch scheduled for 8:10 PM under a forecast of light rain.

Leading the charge for the Diamondbacks will be Brandon Pfaadt, who carries a 4.322 ERA into the game. Opposing him on the mound will be the Astros’ Framber Valdez, sporting a 3.113 ERA.

In the 2024 NL West, the Diamondbacks are fifth with an impressive record of 79-61, reflecting a .56 winning percentage. They rank third within their division with a 25-17 record. Their recent streak includes five wins in their last ten games, with a current two-game winning streak. The Diamondbacks have also posted a 39-31 record at home and 40-30 on the road, performing stronger in night games with 50 wins as opposed to 29 during the day. Overall, they have scored 763 runs and conceded 668.

On the other side, the Astros hold fourth place in the AL West with a record of 75-64, achieving a .54 winning percentage. They top their division matches with 21 wins against 18 losses. Over their last ten games, they’ve captured six wins, although they are currently on a two-game losing streak. The Astros have a home record of 39-29 and a slightly less robust 36-35 on the road. They show a preference for night games with 51 wins compared to 24 in the daytime. The team has scored a total of 636 runs while allowing 556.