On the night of August 9, 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers are set to play host to the Pittsburgh Pirates at Dodger Stadium starting at 10:10 PM under a clear sky. The pitching match-up features Mitch Keller of the Pirates, with an impressive ERA of 3.196, and Jack Flaherty for the Dodgers, who carries an even lower ERA of 2.796.

In terms of standings within the 2024 NL Central Division, the Pirates are currently 10th with a record of 56-58, resulting in a .49 winning percentage. They hold a 17-15 record within their division, placing them 3rd. Despite their recent struggles, indicated by a current four-game losing streak, the team has managed moderately well with 4 wins out of their last 10 games. The Pirates’ performance on the road shows a slightly better outcome at 29 wins to 27 losses, compared to their home record of 27-31. They have scored 482 runs and conceded 495 over the season.

Conversely, the Dodgers find themselves in a stronger position in the NL West division, ranking 2nd with a 66-49 record. This gives them a .57 winning percentage. They lead their division with 21 wins against 18 losses, and have garnered 4 wins in their last 10 games, although they are currently on a two-game losing streak. Their home record is robust at 35-22, and they’ve scored a total of 563 runs while allowing 474.

With respect to betting odds, the Dodgers are favored to win with a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under set at 8.0. For those looking to wager on the money lines, the Home Team (Dodgers) is listed at -186 while the Away Team (Pirates) is at +157. These odds suggest a predicted advantage for the Dodgers in this match-up, reflective of their superior standings and recent performances compared to the Pirates.