Scheduled for 1:40 PM on September 22, 2024, the Toronto Blue Jays will clash with the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field under clear skies. The starting pitcher for the Blue Jays has not been confirmed yet, while Shane Baz, with an ERA of 3.208, will take the mound for the Rays.

In the 2024 AL East Division, the Blue Jays are currently 12th with a record of 73-82, reflecting a 0.47 winning percentage. They are 5th in the division with a record of 20-28, showing moderate form by winning 5 of their last 10 games but are on a two-game losing streak. They have home and away records of 38-37 and 35-45, respectively, with a better performance in night games, winning 40 compared to 33 day games. They have scored 649 runs while conceding 702.

The Rays stand 9th in the division with a slightly better record of 77-78, which corresponds to a 0.50 winning percentage. Positioned 3rd in the division at 23-25, the Rays have had a stronger recent performance, winning 6 of their last 10 games and currently riding a three-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 41-39, closely mirrored by their away performance of 36-39. They have won more games at night, 47, as opposed to 30 during the day, and have scored 585 runs against 641 conceded.