The Detroit Tigers are scheduled to take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on August 20, 2024. The game is set for a 08:05 PM start under clear skies.

The Tigers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game. In contrast, Javier Assad will be on the mound for the Cubs, boasting an ERA of 3.186.

In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Tigers currently sit in 10th place with a 61-64 record, reflecting a .49 winning percentage. They hold a 20-22 record within their division, ranking 4th. The Tigers have a recent track record of 6 wins in their last 10 games and are riding a two-game winning streak. Their home record shows 31 wins against 32 losses, while their road games tally at 30 wins and 32 losses. They’ve also secured 31 daytime wins compared to 30 victories in nighttime outings. The team has scored 518 runs and conceded 521.

Meanwhile, the Cubs, also holding a 10th place in the 2024 NL Central Division, mirror the Tigers with a 61-64 record and a .49 winning percentage. They have won 17 of their 43 division games, placing them 3rd. Like the Tigers, the Cubs have won 6 of their last 10 matchups but are coming off a recent loss. At home, they have a stronger record of 34 wins to 28 losses, whereas their away record stands at 27 wins and 36 losses. The Cubs have won 28 day games and 33 night games. In terms of runs, they have scored 522 and allowed 518.