On September 2, 2024, at 6:50 PM, the Minnesota Twins will challenge the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field under scattered clouds. Simeon Woods Richardson, with an ERA of 3.846, will start as pitcher for the Twins, while Jeffrey Springs, who carries an ERA of 3.667, will take the mound for the Rays.

In the 2024 AL Central Division, the Twins are currently 6th with a record of 73-62, translating to a winning percentage of .54. They also have a divisional record of 28-17. Recently, the Twins have secured 3 wins in their last 10 games and are on a one-loss streak. At home, their record stands at 38-30, and they are 35-32 on the road. The team has performed similarly in day and night games, recording 36 and 37 wins respectively, and has scored 648 runs while conceding 598.

Meanwhile, in the 2024 AL East Division, the Tampa Bay Rays hold the 10th spot with a 67-68 record, equating to a .50 winning percentage. They are 4th in the division with a 17-23 record. The Rays have won 4 of their last 10 games and are on a one-win streak. Their home and away records are balanced at 35-35 and 32-33, respectively. They have a stronger performance in night games with 40 wins compared to 27 in day games. The Rays have scored 524 runs and allowed 588 runs throughout the season.