Scheduled for 8:10 PM on August 23, 2024, at Target Field, the St. Louis Cardinals will go head-to-head with the Minnesota Twins under clear skies.

Starting pitcher Andre Pallante from the Cardinals, holding an ERA of 4.067, will throw the first pitch. Conversely, David Festa, with a 4.959 ERA, will take the mound for the Twins.

The Cardinals, currently positioned ninth in the 2024 NL Central Division, boast a record of 62 wins and 64 losses, translating to a 0.49 winning percentage. Their divisional performance shows 18 wins and 23 losses, ranking them second in the NL Central. Recent performances include 3 wins in their last 10 attempts and a current winning streak of one game. Their home and away records stand at 33-30 and 29-34, respectively, with differing successes in day games (27 wins) compared to night games (35 wins). The team has scored 520 runs while conceding 579 runs overall.

On the other hand, the Twins hold the fifth spot in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 71 wins and 56 losses, giving them a 0.56 win percentage. Their divisional record includes 28 wins and 17 losses, ranking third. The team shows strong recent form with 6 wins in their last 10 games, accompanied by a single consecutive win. The Twins have showcased solid performances both at home (36-24) and on the road (35-32), with a balance in day and night game victories standing at 35 and 36, respectively. Offensively, they have accumulated 624 runs and have given up 551 runs.