On the evening of August 26, 2024, at Progressive Field, the Kansas City Royals will clash with the Cleveland Guardians, starting at 6:40 PM. The forecast predicts broken clouds for the game.

The starting pitchers for both teams have not yet been announced.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Royals are currently 4th with a record of 72-57, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.56. They rank 2nd in the division with a 26-13 record against division opponents, have won 7 of their last 10 games, and are coming off a recent loss. The Royals have a 41-27 record at home and a 31-30 record away, with their day game wins at 27 and night game wins at 45. They have scored 627 runs and allowed 523.

The Guardians hold the 3rd spot in the same division, boasting a 74-55 record, which gives them a 0.57 winning percentage. They are at the top of the division standings with a 21-17 record against division foes. Recently, they have 4 wins out of their last 10 games and are currently on a winning streak. The Guardians have secured 39 wins at home and 35 wins on the road, with 29 day game victories compared to 45 at night. They have scored a total of 589 runs and conceded 514.