On September 27, 2024, an intriguing MLB matchup is set to take place at Wrigley Field as the Cincinnati Reds square off against the Chicago Cubs starting at 2:20 PM. The forecast suggests overcast skies for the game day.

The Reds have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game, whereas the Cubs will be sending Jameson Taillon to the mound, who boasts an ERA of 3.545.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Reds are currently positioned 11th with a tally of 76 wins and 83 losses, indicating a winning percentage of 0.48. Their division record stands at 23-26, placing them fourth within the division. They’ve won 4 of their last 10 games but are facing a three-game losing streak. The Reds have posted a home record of 39-42 and an away record of 37-41. During daytime contests, their win count is 25, against 51 wins in night games. The team has scored a total of 696 runs and conceded 690 runs.

The Cubs, on the other hand, sit at 9th in the division with an 81-78 record, which translates to a 0.51 winning percentage. Their division record sits at 21 wins and 28 losses, landing them in third place. Chicago has managed 5 victories in their recent stretch of 10 games but recently lost their last match. The Cubs have secured 42 wins at home against 36 losses, and away from home, they have 39 wins compared to 42 losses. In day games, they have accumulated 37 wins, while the night games have seen them win 44 times. The Cubs have scored a total of 732 runs while yielding 666 runs.