The Minnesota Twins are set to take on the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on August 18, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 2:35 PM under clear skies. Pablo López, carrying a 4.667 ERA, will start for the Twins, while the Rangers will counter with Tyler Mahle, who has an impressive 2.793 ERA. In the AL Central Division standings, the Twins are currently fourth with a 68-53 record, showing a solid .56 win percentage. They hold a favorable 28-17 record against division foes and have been strong lately, winning 5 of their last 10 matchups and are currently on a one-game winning streak. At home, the Twins have garnered 36 wins compared to 24 losses, and they maintain a slightly positive road record of 32-29. During daytime play, they’ve secured 35 victories, while achieving 33 wins in night games. Overall, they’ve scored 591 runs and allowed 524. On the other side, the Rangers are 12th in the AL West Division, posting a 56-66 win-loss record, which translates to a .46 win percentage. They have struggled within the division, recording 14 wins against 18 losses, and overall, they have won only 3 of their last 10 games, currently on a one-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 31-28, with a less favorable 25-38 record on the road. The Rangers have won 22 day games compared to 34 night games, having scored 520 runs and conceded 552.