On August 22, 2024, a compelling matchup is set to unfold as the Cincinnati Reds take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, with first pitch scheduled for 06:40 PM under a clear sky.

Nick Lodolo, with an ERA of 4.554, will start for the Reds, while Paul Skenes, sporting a 2.296 ERA, will handle pitching duties for the Pirates.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Reds currently sit at 11th with a record of 61-65, a winning percentage of .48, which places them 4th in divisional rankings based on their 18-17 divisional record. Recently, they have won 5 of their last 10 games, despite a current losing streak (L1). At home, their record stands at 31-34, compared to 30-31 on the road, and they have won 21 of their day games versus 40 victories in night settings. Cincinnati has scored 555 runs while allowing 529.

On the other side, the Pirates hold the 12th position in the division with a 59-66 record, a .47 winning percentage, and are 5th in the division with a 17-15 divisional performance. They’ve captured 3 wins in their last 10 outings and are currently riding a winning streak (W1). Their home record shows 29-32, with a slightly worse road record of 30-34. They have secured 30 wins in day games against 29 at night, with a total of 518 runs scored and 546 conceded.