On August 31, 2024, the San Diego Padres are set to battle the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. The first pitch is scheduled for 4:10 PM. The weather conditions for the game day are expected to be favorable.

The Padres have not yet announced their starting pitcher for the game. The Rays will have Shane Baz on the mound, who boasts an ERA of 3.477.

In the 2024 NL West Division, the Padres are currently 5th with a record of 77 wins and 60 losses, reflecting a 0.56 winning percentage. Their divisional play shows an even 20-20 record, ranking them 3rd within the division. The Padres have won 5 of their recent 10 games and are riding a single-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 37-32, while their road performance shows 40 wins against 28 losses. During daytime games, they have claimed 30 victories and they shine in night games with 47 wins. The Padres have scored 656 runs and conceded 583.

Turning to the AL East Division, the Rays find themselves in 10th place with a 66-68 record, which results in a 0.49 winning percentage. They hold a divisional record of 17 wins to 23 losses, placing them 4th in their division. The Rays have captured 4 victories in their last 10 outings and are currently on a two-game losing streak. At home, they have a 34-35 record, and their road record is similar at 32-33. The Rays show a preference for night games with 40 wins, compared to 26 during the day. Offensively, the Rays have managed to score 513 runs, while their pitchers have given up 584 runs.