On the evening of July 26, 2024, the Cincinnati Reds are set to take on the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, starting at 6:50 PM. The forecast predicts overcast skies for the game.

Nick Lodolo will lead the pitching for the Reds, holding an impressive ERA of 3.508. Facing him from the mound for the Rays will be Shane Baz, who carries an ERA of 3.951.

As of now, the Reds find themselves in 10th place within the 2024 NL Central Division, with a record of 49-53, translating to a winning percentage of 0.48. Their divisional record stands at 12-14, placing them 4th in the NL Central. The Reds have won 5 of their last 10 games, and are currently riding a two-game winning streak. They show a 25-28 record at home and 24-25 on the road. Day games have seen them win 19 times, while they have secured 30 victories under the nighttime lights. The team has scored a total of 456 runs and conceded 417.

On the other side, the Tampa Bay Rays hold the 9th spot in the AL East Division with a balanced 51-51 record, equating to a 0.50 winning percentage. Their division record is 15-21, landing them 4th in the division. The Rays have captured 6 victories in their most recent 10 games and are coming off a recent loss. At home, they’ve played to a 27-27 record, with an identical 24-24 mark on the road. They have earned 22 wins in day games compared to 29 in night games, scoring 400 runs and allowing 467.