On the evening of August 20, 2024, the Boston Red Sox are scheduled to go up against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park, with the first pitch slated for 08:10 pm under clear skies.

Nick Pivetta will take the mound for the Red Sox with a current ERA of 4.485, while Ronel Blanco will represent the Astros, entering the game with an impressive ERA of 2.888.

In the 2024 AL East Division, Boston is in 7th place with a record of 65-58, reflecting a winning percentage of .530. They are ranked 3rd within their division with a record of 16-15. The team has won 4 of their last 10 games but comes into this matchup on a one-game losing streak. Their performance on the road has been notably better with a record of 36-26, compared to their home record of 29-32. Boston has recorded 614 runs this season while allowing 589.

Meanwhile, the Astros reside in 6th place in the AL West Division. They boast a record of 67-56, which corresponds to a .540 winning percentage and puts them at the top of their division with a 21-18 record. Houston is currently riding a two-game winning streak with victories in 9 out of their last 10 games. The Astros have compiled a home record of 34-27 and have been marginally less effective on the road with a 33-29 record. In terms of scoring, the Astros have tallied 565 runs and conceded 495 runs this season.

This upcoming game promises to be a thrilling encounter between two closely matched teams, each looking to climb higher in their respective division standings.