The Detroit Tigers are set to clash with the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park on September 4, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 9:40 PM under clear skies.

Detroit’s Keider Montero, who currently holds a 5.167 ERA, will start as pitcher. Opposing him on the mound will be Yu Darvish from the Padres, sporting a 3.195 ERA.

As of the latest updates in the 2024 AL Central Division, the Tigers are in 8th place with a record of 70-69, reflecting a .500 winning percentage. They are 4th in their division based on a 24-22 divisional record, having won 7 of their recent 10 games despite a recent loss. The Tigers also show a balanced record both at home (35-34) and away (35-35), with stronger performances in night games (38 wins) compared to day games (32 wins). Their season performance includes 582 runs scored against 568 allowed.

The San Diego Padres, placed 4th in the NL West Division with a 79-61 record, showcase a .560 winning percentage. They are positioned 2nd in their division with an even 20-20 division record. The Padres are currently on a two-win streak, winning 6 of their last 10 games. Their home record stands at 38-32, while their road games have seen them fare better with a 41-29 record. They have shown a preference for night games with 48 wins compared to 31 in day games. Offensively, the Padres have tallied 667 runs and have given up 597 runs this season.