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On July 24, 2024, the St. Louis Cardinals are slated to compete against the Pittsburgh lots at PNC Park, starting at 12:35 pm under partially cloudy skies. The Cardinals have yet to reveal their starting pitcher for the game. In contrast, Martín Pérez will take the mound for the Pirates, entering the game with a 5.610 ERA. In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cardinals rank 5th with a 52-48 record, reflecting a .520 winning percentage. Their divisional performance stands at 15-15. Recently, the Cardinals have secured wins in 4 of their last 10 games and are experiencing a losing streak of one game. They show a balanced record both at home (26-22) and away (26-26), with stronger performances during day games (23 wins) than at night (29 wins). The Cardinals have scored 416 runs while conceding 448. On the other hand, the Pirates hold the 7th position in the same division, with a record of 51-49 (.510 winning percentage). They slightly edge the Cardinals in the division with a 16-14 record. The Pirates are coming off a win and have a decent recent form, with victories in 8 of their last 10 games. Their home and away records are identical to their division rivals, boasting 25-25 at home and 26-24 on the road. The Pirates excel in day games with 27 wins, compared to 24 in night games, and have scored 416 runs while giving up 426 runs.