On June 15, 2024, an exciting MLB matchup is set as the St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, starting at 2:20 PM under partly cloudy skies.

Andre Pallante will be the starting pitcher for the Cardinals, entering the game with a 4.875 ERA. His counterpart from the Cubs, Shota Imanaga, boasts a significantly lower ERA of 1.957.

As of now in the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cardinals are 6th with a 33-34 record, reflecting a .49 winning percentage. Their division performance shows 7 wins and 8 losses, placing them second. Recent performances indicate a slight uptick in form, with 5 wins in their last 10 outings, and they are riding a two-game winning streak. At home, their record stands at 17-15, while their away record is slightly less favorable at 16-19. The Cardinals have shown a preference for night games with 20 victories, against 13 during the day. They’ve scored 263 runs so far but have allowed 301 runs.

In comparison, the Cubs are currently 10th in the same division, posting a 33-36 record and a .48 winning percentage. They have 8 wins and 15 losses within their division, ranking them fourth. The Cubs have struggled recently, with just 4 wins in their last 10 games and are coming off a loss. Their home record is stronger at 18-13 compared to a 15-23 record on the road. Like the Cardinals, the Cubs also have more success in night games, with 19 wins compared to 14 daytime victories. Offensively, they’ve managed to put up 292 runs, while conceding 309 runs overall.