On the evening of August 20, 2024, the Detroit Tigers are set to clash with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, commencing at 8:05 PM under clear skies.

The Detroit Tigers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game, while Javier Assad, with an ERA of 3.186, will take the mound for the Cubs.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Tigers are currently 10th with a 61-64 record, reflecting a 0.49 winning percentage. They have a divisional record of 20-22, ranking 4th, and have won 6 out of their last 10 games, currently enjoying a two-game winning streak. At home, they have a 31-32 record, and on the road, they also show a near-equal performance with 30 wins to 32 losses. The Tigers have won 31 during day games versus 30 night games, scoring a total of 518 runs while conceding 521.

Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs hold a similar position in the 2024 NL Central Division, ranked 10th with a 61-64 win-loss record, equating to a 0.49 winning percentage. Their divisional record is 17-26, placing them 3rd in their division. Like the Tigers, the Cubs have also won 6 out of their last 10 games but are coming off a loss. At Wrigley, their record stands at 34-28, contrasted by a 27-36 record on the road. The Cubs have secured 28 victories in day games compared to 33 in night matchups. Offensively, they’ve scored 522 runs and have allowed 518 runs.