On June 26, 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates will go head-to-head with the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park, starting at 1:10 PM. Weather conditions are expected to be favorable for the game.

The Pirates have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the matchup, whereas Andrew Abbott, with a current ERA of 3.418, will take the mound for the Reds.

In the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Pirates are 9th with a record of 35-37, leading to a .490 win percentage. They hold a division-specific record of 9-9, ranking 3rd in their division. Recently, the Pirates have won 6 of their last 10 games and are riding a two-game winning streak. At home, they are balanced with 17 wins and 17 losses, while their away record is slightly negative at 18-20. The Pirates shine during daytime games with a 19-16 record, compared to night games where they have 16 wins. They have scored 297 runs while allowing 322.

On the other side, the Cincinnati Reds are positioned 12th in the division with a 34-38 win-loss record, which figures to a .470 winning percentage. They are 4th in their division with a record of 8-9. The Reds have captured 5 wins in their last 10 matchups but currently struggle with a three-game losing streak. At home, their record stands at 18-19, and they are 16-19 on the road. In day games, they’ve secured 14 victories against 20 in night outings. The Reds boast 307 runs scored, while their defense has let in 297.