The Chicago Cubs are set to square off against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on June 13, 2024, with the first pitch slated for 6:50 PM under a forecast of light rain.

Justin Steele is scheduled to start for the Cubs, bringing in a 3.654 ERA, while Taj Bradley will take the mound for the Rays, sporting a 5.170 ERA.

As of now, in the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Cubs are positioned 11th with a record of 32 wins and 35 losses, marking a .480 winning percentage. They are 5th in their division with an 8-15 record in divisional matchups. Their recent performance includes four wins in the last 10 games, and they are currently facing a one-game losing streak. The Cubs have won 18 of 31 games at home, but have struggled on the road with 14 wins in 36 games. They have secured 13 victories in daytime contests compared to 19 in nighttime clashes. The team has scored 286 runs this season while conceding 303.

On the AL East Division leaderboard, the Tampa Bay Rays are also ranked 10th, sharing a similar win-loss record of 32-35, which translates to a .480 winning percentage. They too find themselves 5th in the division, with a 10-17 intra-division record. The Rays have recorded four wins in their last 10 outings and have just snapped a losing streak with a win in their last game. Their home record stands at 18-22, and they’ve been slightly better on the road with 14 wins and 13 losses. Like the Cubs, the Rays have won 13 day games but have clinched more victories at night, totaling 19. They have put up 260 runs while allowing 322 runs against them.