The Kansas City Royals are set to clash with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on September 13, 2024, starting at 6:40 PM. The forecast predicts overcast cloud conditions for the game.

The Royals have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game, while the Pirates will have Luis L. Ortiz on the mound, boasting an ERA of 3.261.

Currently, the Royals sit fourth in the 2024 AL Central Division with an 80-67 record, a .54 winning percentage, and a strong divisional record of 33-16. They have claimed five wins in their last 10 outings but are coming off a loss. At home, the Royals have recorded 45 wins to 30 losses, and on the road, they hold a 35-37 record. Their day game performance includes 30 wins, and they have notched up 50 wins in night games. The team has scored 693 runs while conceding 598.

Meanwhile, the Pirates are placed 12th in the NL Central Division, with a 70-76 record, reflecting a .48 winning percentage. They rank fifth within the division with a 22-20 divisional record. The team has won seven of their last ten games and is currently riding a four-game winning streak. The Pirates have a home record of 37-38 and an away record of 33-38. They’ve secured 33 victories in day games and 37 in night games. The Pirates have scored 619 runs and allowed 664 runs this season.