The Houston Astros are set to battle the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on the evening of September 14, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 9:38 PM under clear skies.

Justin Verlander will take the helm for the Astros, carrying an ERA of 5.304 into the game. Opposing him on the mound for the Angels will be Tyler Anderson, who holds an ERA of 3.496.

As of now in the 2024 AL West Division, the Astros are fifth with a record of 78-68, showing a winning percentage of .53. They hold a divisional record of 22-20, placing them first in that category. The team’s performance has been stable with 4 wins in their last 10 games, and they currently have a one-game winning streak. At home, the Astros have won 42 games and lost 32, while their away record stands at an even 36-36. They have performed better in night games, with 52 wins, compared to 26 in day games. The Astros have scored 674 runs and allowed 586.

On the other hand, the Los Angeles Angels rank 14th within the division with a record of 60-86, having a .41 winning percentage. They are currently fifth in the division with a record of 20-22. The Angels have matched the Astros’ recent form with 4 wins in their last 10 games, though they are on a two-game losing streak. Their home record is 30-42, and they have a slightly worse 30-44 record on the road. The Angels have secured 17 day game wins against 43 in night games. In terms of runs, they have scored 576 while giving up 704.