The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to clash with the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on July 24, 2024, with first pitch scheduled for 8:10 PM under expected partly cloudy skies.
Ryne Nelson, with a 4.776 ERA, will take the mound for Arizona. Opposing him will be Michael Wacha for Kansas City, who holds a 3.550 ERA.
The Diamondbacks currently occupy the 9th spot in the 2024 NL West Division with a 51-50 record, indicating a win rate of 0.50. They are placed third in their division based on 19 wins and 14 losses. Recently, Arizona has seen success in 6 of their last 10 games, though they are coming off two consecutive losses. Their performance at home shows 26 wins and 24 losses, with an almost even record of 25 wins to 26 losses on the road. They perform better during night games with 32 wins compared to 19 in day games, and have scored 495 runs while allowing 479.
The Royals, standing 4th in the 2024 AL Central, showcase a record of 56-45, translating to a .55 winning percentage. They are second in the division with a record of 19-10 against division opponents. Kansas City is currently on a four-game winning streak, having won 8 out of their last 10 games. They have shown strength at home with a 35-18 record, though they struggle more on the road at 21-27. Like the Diamondbacks, they also fare better during night games, with 32 wins versus 24 in daytime matchups. The Royals have amassed 469 runs and conceded 389 runs this season.