The Boston Red Sox are set to compete against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on August 20, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 8:10 PM. Expect a clear sky for game day.

Nick Pivetta will be on the mound for the Red Sox, carrying an ERA of 4.485. His counterpart from the Astros, Ronel Blanco, enters the game with a lower ERA of 2.888.

In the 2024 AL East Division rankings, Boston is currently 7th with a record of 65 wins and 58 losses, reflecting a winning percentage of .530. They are 3rd in their division with a 16-15 record in divisional play. Recently, the Red Sox have won 4 of their last 10 games and are coming off a loss in their last game. While they have struggled at home with a 29-32 record, they have been stronger on the road, boasting a 36-26 record. They have won 25 day games and 40 night games, scoring 614 runs and allowing 589 this season.

Meanwhile, the Astros are placed 6th in the AL West Division, with a record of 67 wins and 56 losses, achieving a .540 win percentage. They lead their division in divisional games with a 21-18 record. The Astros have been hot recently, winning 9 of their last 10 games and are currently on a 2-game winning streak. They have a home record of 34-27 and an away record of 33-29. The team has triumphed in 23 day games and 44 night games, with a total of 565 runs scored against 495 conceded.