The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to battle the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on the evening of August 19, 2024, starting at 8:05 PM, under clear skies. Luis L. Ortiz will lead the pitching for the Pirates, carrying an ERA of 3.411, whereas the starting pitcher for the Rangers has not yet been announced. In the 2024 NL Central Division standings, the Pirates rank 12th with a win-loss record of 58-64, equating to a .480 winning percentage. They are fifth in their division based on a 17-15 record against division rivals. Their recent performance shows two wins in their last 10 games, and they are on a two-game winning streak. The Pirates have an evenly split home and road record, with both scenarios showing similar results. Offensively, they have scored 508 runs and conceded 532. Conversely, the Rangers are positioned 12th in the AL West Division with a 56-68 record, translated to a .450 winning percentage. They hold the third spot within their division with a 14-18 record against divisional opponents. The Rangers are experiencing a three-game losing streak, having won just two of their last 10 games. They have fared slightly better at home with a 31-30 record compared to their 25-38 record on the road. Their night game performance is stronger, with 35 wins compared to 21 during the day. They have scored a total of 525 runs and allowed 561 runs overall.