The Detroit Tigers are set to battle the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on September 16, 2024, with the game starting at 7:40 PM under expected light rain conditions.

Casey Mize will be the starting pitcher for the Tigers, entering the game with a 4.468 ERA. The Royals will counter with Seth Lugo, who holds a promising 2.938 ERA.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Tigers currently sit in 7th place with a record of 76-73, reflecting a .51 winning percentage. They have a divisional record of 24-22 and rank 4th within the division. The team’s recent performance shows them winning 6 of their last 10 games, though they are coming off a loss. The Tigers have a balanced home and road record, with 38 wins at home and a nearly equal performance on the road. They have won 36 day games versus 40 in night settings. The team has scored 631 runs and allowed 598.

On the other side, the Royals hold the 4th spot in the division standings with an 82-67 record, translating to a .55 winning percentage. They are strong within the division, possessing a 33-16 record and are ranked 2nd. The Royals have been successful in their recent outings, securing 7 wins in the last 10 games and are currently on a 2-game winning streak. They boast a stronger home record of 45-30 compared to their balanced 37-37 road record. The Royals have performed better in night games, tallying up 50 wins against 32 in daytime matches. They’ve scored a robust 706 runs while conceding 602.