The Houston Astros are set to take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on August 26, 2024, with the first pitch at 06:40 PM under clear skies.

Ronel Blanco will start as the pitcher for the Astros, carrying a 3.138 ERA into the game. His counterpart from the Phillies, Zack Wheeler, will enter the match with a 2.735 ERA.

As of now, the Astros rank 6th in the AL West Division with a 69-60 record, reflecting a .530 winning percentage. They have a divisional record of 21-18 and sit 1st in the division standings. Recently, the Astros have won 5 of their last 10 games, though they are currently on a 2-loss streak. Their home record stands at 35-29, while they are 34-31 on the road. The Astros show a preference for night games with 47 wins, compared to 22 during the day. They have scored 589 runs this season and conceded 519.

On the other hand, the Philadelphia Phillies hold the 2nd spot in the NL East Division with a record of 75-54, translating into a .580 winning percentage. They have posted a 20-14 divisional record and also top their division. The Phillies are currently enjoying a 1-game win streak, having won 6 of their last 10 outings. Their home record is strong at 42-23, and they are 33-31 on the road. Similar to the Astros, the Phillies favor night games with 52 wins, as opposed to 23 in daytime matchups. They have amassed 627 runs and have given up 521 runs this season.