On August 18, 2024, an exciting MLB showdown will take place at American Family Field as the Cleveland Guardians go head-to-head with the Milwaukee Brewers, starting at 2:10 PM. The forecast predicts Overcast Clouds for this contest.

Taking the mound for the Guardians is Ben Lively, who enters with an impressive ERA of 3.711. Opposite him, Colin Rea will take the hill for the Brewers, sporting a nearly identical ERA of 3.717.

Positioned at the top of the 2024 AL Central Division, the Guardians boast a record of 72-49, reflecting a .60 winning percentage. They lead the division with 21 wins and 17 losses, showing strong recent form with 5 wins in their last 10 games, including a current winning streak of five games. They’ve achieved 38 victories at home and 34 on the road, with a day game win tally of 30 compared to 42 in night games. Overall, they’ve scored 559 runs while conceding 476.

Meanwhile, the Brewers hold the 3rd spot in the NL Central with a record of 69-52, translating to a .57 winning percentage. They too lead their division with a 25-14 record. Their recent gameplay includes 7 wins out of the last 10 matches, along with a current two-game win streak. At their home turf, they have a 35-24 record, and 34-28 on the road. Their performance during day games stands at 33 wins versus 36 at night. The Brewers have scored a total of 585 runs and allowed 484 runs.