On August 22, 2024, a compelling MLB showdown is set to take place at the Oakland Coliseum as the Tampa Bay Rays go head-to-head with the Oakland Athletics, starting at 3:37 PM under overcast skies.

For the Rays, Jeffrey Springs will take the pitcher’s mound, showcasing a solid ERA of 3.857. His counterpart from the Athletics, Osvaldo Bido, enters the game with an impressive ERA of 3.400.

In the American League East, the Tampa Bay Rays currently sit in 9th position with a near-even 63-62 record, reflecting a .50 winning percentage. Their division record stands at 17-23, placing them 4th in the AL East. The Rays have been fairly steady recently, winning 5 of their last 10 games and arriving at this match on a winning streak of one game. Their home and away records are balanced at 34-34 and 29-28, respectively, with more wins secured during night games. The Rays have scored 484 runs so far, while allowing 535.

In the American League West, the Oakland Athletics rank 13th with a 54-72 record, holding a winning percentage of .43. Their in-division performance shows 16 wins against 20 losses, also placing them 4th in the AL West. The Athletics have won 6 of their most recent 10 games but are coming off a loss. With a home record of 31-32 and a struggling road record of 23-40, the Athletics hope to boost their day game wins which currently stand at 24, a contrast to their 30 wins in night games. The Athletics’ offense has scored 505 runs this season, but their pitching and defense have conceded 574 runs.