On the breezy evening of August 13, 2024, at the Great American Ball Park, the St. Louis Cardinals will go head-to-head with the Cincinnati Reds. The game is scheduled to start at 6:40 PM under overcast skies.

Erick Fedde will lead the pitching attack for the Cardinals, entering the game with an impressive 3.281 ERA. Counteracting Fedde, Hunter Greene of the Reds will take the mound, holding a commendable 2.905 ERA.

Looking at the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Cardinals are positioned 8th with a record of 60-58, giving them a .510 winning percentage. Their division record stands at 17-19, and they’re currently 2nd in the division. Despite a recent loss, their performance shows stability with 4 wins in their last 10 games. At home, they have 31 wins against 27 losses, and a slightly less favorable 29-31 record on the road. They’ve had better success in night games, winning 33 out of 60, as opposed to day games.

On the other side, the Reds rank 11th in the division with a record of 57-61, equivalent to a .480 winning percentage. Holding a division record of 15-17, they are placed 4th. The Reds are coming into this matchup on a win streak of 1, showcasing resilience with 5 wins in their last 10 matches. Their home record is closely contested at 28-31, and a comparable 29-30 record on the road. Interestingly, their strength seems to shine during night games, having secured 37 wins, compared to only 20 in day games. Despite their challenges, they’ve managed to score a total of 524 runs while conceding 484.