The Tampa Bay Rays are set to clash with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on June 21, 2024, with the opening pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM under expected light rain conditions. Ryan Pepiot will lead the pitching for the Rays, holding an ERA of 4.571, while the starting pitcher for the Pirates remains undisclosed.

In the 2024 AL East standings, the Rays are currently 10th with a season record of 34-38, translating to a 0.47 winning percentage and ranking 5th in the division with a 10-17 divisional record. Their performance over the last 10 games includes 3 wins and they are entering this game with a one-win streak. The Rays have taken 19 victories at home and 15 on the road, with a better record in night games at 21 wins compared to 13 during the day. They have amassed 279 runs while conceding 350.

Meanwhile, the Pirates hold the 9th position in the NL Central with a 35-37 record, a 0.49 winning percentage, and are 3rd in their division with a 9-9 record in division contests. Their recent form shows 6 victories out of the last 10 games, alongside a two-win streak. The Pirates display a balanced home and road record with 17 wins at home and 18 away. They have an edge in day games, securing 19 wins compared to 16 in night games. The Pirates have scored 297 runs and given up 322.