The Chicago White Sox are slated to compete against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on August 18, 2024. The game is set to start at 2:10 PM under likely overcast conditions. Ky Bush will be starting as pitcher for the White Sox, holding an ERA of 5.192, while Framber Valdez, with a 3.375 ERA, will take the mound for the Astros. In the 2024 AL Central Division, the White Sox currently rank last with a season record of 29 wins and 93 losses, maintaining a .24 winning percentage. They have 8 divisional wins against 34 losses and have experienced 2 wins in their last 10 games, with a current losing streak of 2. The White Sox have a home record of 18-44 and a road score of 11-49. They’ve won 10 games and lost 19 during daytime play, compared to 19 wins in nighttime outings. Overall, the White Sox have scored 382 runs and allowed 634. Conversely, the Houston Astros sit 6th in the AL West Division with a 65-55 record, reflecting a .54 winning rate. They lead their division with 21 wins to 18 losses, have logged 8 wins in their last 10 games, and are currently riding an 8-game win streak. The Astros boast a home field record of 32-26 and a 33-29 record in away games. They have achieved 23 daytime wins against 42 in nighttime matches, scoring a total of 553 runs while giving up 489.