On August 22, 2024, an exciting MLB matchup is set to take place at Wrigley Field where the Detroit Tigers will go head-to-head against the Chicago Cubs, starting at 2:20 PM. The forecast predicts a day with few clouds, setting the stage for a pleasant game day.
The Detroit Tigers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game. Conversely, Kyle Hendricks is slated to take the mound for the Chicago Cubs, entering the game with an ERA of 6.353.
In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Detroit Tigers currently sit in 10th place with a record of 61 wins and 65 losses, reflecting a win percentage of 0.48. They hold a divisional record of 20-22, placing 4th in the AL Central. Recently, the Tigers have shown decent form, winning 6 of their last 10 games, though they are coming off a loss in their last outing. Their home record stands at 31-32, while they are slightly below .500 on the road at 30-33. The Tigers have secured 30 victories in day games versus 31 in night games, having scored 519 runs and conceded 524.
On the other side, the Chicago Cubs rank 9th in the 2024 NL Central Division with a win-loss record of 62-64, which translates to a winning percentage of 0.49. Their division record is 17-26, placing them 2nd in the NL Central. Like the Tigers, the Cubs have won 6 of their recent 10 games and are currently riding a one-game winning streak. They boast a stronger performance at home with a 35-28 record, whereas their road record is less impressive at 27-36. The Cubs have won 29 day games and 33 night games this season, scoring a total of 525 runs and allowing 519.