The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to battle the Cincinnati Reds on September 22, 2024, at Great American Ball Park, with the game starting at 01:10 PM under scattered clouds.

Paul Skenes will take the mound for the Pirates, carrying an impressive 2.071 ERA into the game. Hunter Greene, pitching for the Reds, will bring a slightly higher ERA of 2.826.

In the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Pirates currently sit in 12th place with a 72-82 record, a .47 winning percentage, and are ranked 5th within the division with a 23-24 divisional record. They’ve achieved 4 wins in their last 10 games but are coming off a loss. At home, their record is 38-40, and 34-42 on the road. During daytime games, their win count stands at 34 as opposed to 38 in nighttime matchups. The team has scored 639 runs in total while conceding 707.

The Reds, not far ahead, hold the 11th spot with a 75-80 record and a .48 winning percentage. They’re placed 4th in the division with a 22-25 record against divisional rivals. Recently, they’ve managed to secure 5 victories out of their last 10 games and are currently riding a win streak of one game. Their home record reads 38-41 and they’re 37-39 when playing on the road. In terms of day and night games, the team has won 26 and 49 respectively. They have scored 686 runs and allowed 676 runs.