The Boston Red Sox are set to clash with the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on August 5, 2024, starting at 8:10 PM. Forecasted weather for the game includes scattered clouds.

James Paxton will take the pitcher’s mound for the Red Sox, carrying a 4.516 ERA, while Brady Singer will represent the Royals, boasting a 2.880 ERA.

In the 2024 AL East Division standings, the Red Sox are currently 6th with a record of 58-51, maintaining a .530 winning percentage. They are placed 3rd in division games with 14 wins and 13 losses. Their recent performances have seen them secure 5 wins out of their last 10 matches, with a recent loss streak of 1 game. The Red Sox possess a 27-28 home record and a 31-23 away record, with 23 daytime wins versus 35 nighttime wins. They have accumulated 537 runs and conceded 509.

The Royals, ranked 5th in the 2024 AL Central Division, hold a 62-50 record, reflecting a .550 winning percentage. They have excelled in divisional matchups, holding a 24-11 record, placing them 3rd in the division. They have a victorious streak in 6 out of their last 10 games, with a recent single-game losing streak. The Royals show strength at home with a 36-22 record and an away record of 26-28. The team has won 25 day games compared to 37 at night, scoring 533 runs and allowing 439 runs.