On September 29, 2024, an intriguing MLB matchup is set as the Pittsburgh Pirates visit Yankee Stadium to play the New York Yankees at 3:05 PM under overcast skies.
For the Pirates, Bailey Falter will take the mound, carrying an ERA of 4.154. Across the field, Clarke Schmidt will represent the Yankees, entering the game with a commendable ERA of 2.408.
In the 2024 season standings within the NL Central Division, the Pirates are ranked 12th with a record of 75-85, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.47. Their divisional performance shows 25 wins against 27 losses, positioning them 5th in the division. Currently, the Pirates have won 4 of their recent 10 games and are on a one-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 39-42, while their away performance is slightly less effective at 36-43. The Pirates have a 35-40 record in daytime games and have tallied 652 runs for and 729 against.
On the other hand, the Yankees lead the AL East Division with a record of 93-67, translating to a winning percentage of 0.58. They hold an even division record of 26-26 and also rank at the top in their division. With 6 wins in their last 10 outings paired with a recent loss, the Yankees hold a strong home record of 43-36 and an impressive away record of 50-31. Their performance in day games counts at 33 wins, but they excel in night games with 60 victories. Offensively, the Yankees have racked up 805 runs while their pitchers have conceded 655 runs.