On August 14, 2024, at 4:10 PM, the Pittsburgh Pirates are set to take on the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park under a Clear Sky. Mitch Keller will lead the pitching for the Pirates with a competitive 3.565 ERA, while Martín Pérez will step up to the mound for the Padres, holding a 4.781 ERA.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Pirates are currently 12th, sporting a 56-62 record and a .470 winning percentage. They show a divisional record of 17-15 and are ranked 5th in the division. Their performance has dipped recently, with only 1 win in their last 10 games and an ongoing 8-game losing streak. The Pirates’ home record stands at 27-31, and they are 29-31 on the road, maintaining an even 28-28 split in daytime and nighttime games. They have scored 494 runs and conceded 516 runs to their opponents.

Meanwhile, the Padres are positioned 5th in the NL West Division with a record of 67-53, reflecting a .560 winning percentage. They have a divisional record of 19-18 and are 3rd in the division. The Padres have been more successful lately, with 8 victories in their last 10 games and a current 1-game winning streak. Their home record is 31-29, and they shine on the road with a 36-24 record. The Padres have won 28 day games versus 39 night games. In terms of scoring, they have accumulated 571 runs and allowed 510 runs so far this season.