The Boston Red Sox are slated to go head-to-head with the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on the evening of August 5, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 08:10 PM under partially cloudy skies.

James Paxton will take the mound for the Red Sox, carrying an earned run average (ERA) of 4.516. His opponent on the mound will be the Royals’ Brady Singer, who boasts an impressive ERA of 2.880.

As of now in the 2024 season, the Boston Red Sox find themselves in 6th place within the AL East Division, holding a record of 58 wins and 51 losses, equating to a winning percentage of .530. They have a divisional record of 14-13, placing them 3rd in the division. Their recent performance indicates 5 wins out of the last 10 games, with a current losing streak of 1 game. Their home record stands at 27 wins and 28 losses, while their away record is better with 31 wins and 23 losses. During day games, they have won 23 times, but they perform better at night with 35 victories. The team has scored 537 runs and given up 509.

Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals are positioned 5th in the AL Central Division with a record of 62 wins against 50 losses, translating to a .550 winning percentage. Their divisional record is impressive with 24 wins to 11 losses, ranking them 3rd. They have secured 6 wins in their recent 10 games, and also have a losing streak of 1 game. At home, they are strong with a 36-22 record, while they have been less successful on the road with a record of 26-28. With respect to the time of the game, they have 25 victories during the day and 37 at night. The Royals’ offense has accumulated 533 runs, and their pitchers have allowed 439 runs.