On August 20, 2024, the Boston Red Sox are set to compete against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park, with the game starting at 8:10 PM under clear skies.

Nick Pivetta will be on the pitcher’s mound for the Red Sox, carrying an earned run average (ERA) of 4.485, while Ronel Blanco, with an ERA of 2.888, will be pitching for the Astros.

As of now, the Red Sox are 7th in the 2024 AL East Division with a record of 65 wins and 58 losses, which represents a .53 winning percentage. They’re 3rd in their division based on their 16-15 record and have won 4 of their last 10 games, currently experiencing a one-game losing streak. The team shows a mixed home/away performance with 29 wins and 32 losses at home, and 36 wins along with 26 losses on the road. Their performance during day games stands at 25 wins compared to 40 at night, with a total of 614 runs scored against 589 runs allowed.

The Astros, on the other hand, hold the 6th position in the AL West Division with a 67-56 record, resulting in a .54 winning percentage. They lead their division with a 21-18 record, have won 9 of their last 10 games, and are currently enjoying a two-game win streak. The Astros’ home record is 34-27, and their away record is slightly lower at 33-29. They also have won 23 day games versus 44 night games, scoring a total of 565 runs, while conceding 495.