The Boston Red Sox are set to battle the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on August 5, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 8:10 PM under scattered clouds.

James Paxton will be starting for the Red Sox, carrying an ERA of 4.516, while his counterpart, Brady Singer of the Royals, enters with a stronger ERA of 2.880.

In the AL East standings for 2024, the Red Sox are currently 6th, recording 58 wins and 51 losses for a .530 win rate. They have a divisional tally of 14-13, placing them 3rd within the division. Their form has been steady, with 5 wins in their last 10 outings, though they come into this game on a loss. At home, their record is 27-28, and they have performed better on the road with 31 wins against 23 losses. They show a strong preference for night games, winning 35 out of 58, compared to 23 victories in day games. They have scored 537 runs while allowing 509.

The Royals sit 5th in the AL Central, holding a 62-50 record which gives them a .550 winning rate. They’ve dominated their division matchups with 24 victories against 11 defeats, also placing them 3rd in the division rankings. They’ve won 6 of their last 10 games and are coming off a loss as well. The Royals enjoy a solid home advantage with a 36-22 record, but their road performance dips slightly at 26-28. Like the Red Sox, they favor night games, securing 37 wins, and have scored 533 while conceding 439 runs in total.