The Tampa Bay Rays are set to take on the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on August 2, 2024, at 8:10 PM. Expect a backdrop of scattered clouds during the game.

Shane Baz will lead the pitching for the Rays, entering the game with a 3.661 ERA. On the Astros’ side, Yusei Kikuchi will take the mound, sporting a 4.746 ERA.

Looking at the 2024 AL East Division, the Rays rank 9th with a record of 55-53, reflecting a 0.51 winning percentage. They are 4th in the division with 16 wins and 21 losses. Recently, the Rays have taken 6 out of their last 10 games, though they are recovering from a loss in their last game. They currently hold a 30-29 record at home and 25-24 on the road. The team has been stronger in night games, scoring 32 victories compared to 23 daytime wins. So far, the Rays have scored 432 runs and conceded 480.

On the other side, the Astros are 7th in the 2024 AL West Division with a 56-52 record, a 0.52 winning percentage. They lead their division with a 19-17 divisional record. The Astros have won 4 of their last 10 games and are looking to build on a recent win. Their home record stands at 31-24 and 25-28 on the road. The team is more successful in night games, with 37 wins compared to 19 in day games. Their offensive lineup has managed to score 502 runs, while their pitchers have given up 456 runs.