On July 24, 2024, the Houston Astros are set to compete against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland Coliseum, beginning at 3:37 PM under a clear sky. Hunter Brown, armed with a 4.141 ERA, will take the mound for the Astros. Juxtaposing him, JP Sears with a 4.486 ERA will pitch for the Athletics.

As of the latest 2024 AL West Division standings, the Astros are ranked 7th with a record of 52-48, marking a winning percentage of 0.52. They stand 1st in the division with an 18-16 record. Their performance trajectory shows they won 6 out of the last 10 games but are currently experiencing a 2-game losing streak. At home, their record is 28-21, while their away record is 24-27. They have secured 17 wins in day games against 35 in night games, totaling 468 runs scored and 420 runs allowed.

On the other side, the Athletics hold the 14th spot in the AL West Division with a 40-62 record, which is a 0.39 winning percentage. Placing 5th in the division with a 12-18 record, they managed to obtain 6 wins in their most recent 10 games, and they recently snapped a losing streak with a win. Their home games show a 25-26 record, while their road struggles include a 15-36 tally. The Athletics have claimed victories in 19 day games versus 21 night games, having scored 420 runs and let in 486 runs this season.