On August 26, 2024, the Chicago Cubs are set to battle the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM under partly cloudy skies. Jameson Taillon, with a 3.766 ERA, will be starting pitcher for the Cubs, while the Pirates’ starter has yet to be announced. In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cubs are currently ranked 9th with a balanced 65-65 record, showing a 0.500 winning ratio. They have a divisional record of 17-26, ranking second in the division. With a three-game winning streak, the Cubs have claimed 6 out of their last 10 matches. Their home record is 36-29, while they are 29-36 in away games, and they’ve earned 30 wins in day games versus 35 in night games. So far, the team has scored 557 runs and allowed 534. Meanwhile, the Pirates hold the 12th spot in the division with a 61-68 record, reflecting a 0.473 win rate. They are fifth in division games with a 19-16 record, have won 5 of their recent 10 games, and are recovering from a recent loss. At home, they have a 31-33 record, and 30-35 on the road. They’ve secured 29 day game victories against 32 in night games, having scored 533 runs while allowing 562. Both teams will be eager to improve their standings as the season progresses.