On the evening of September 24, 2024, the Miami Marlins are set to clash with the Minnesota Twins at Target Field, with the first pitch scheduled for 7:40 PM under a clear sky. Pitching for the Marlins, Ryan Weathers enters the game with a promising ERA of 3.942, while Bailey Ober will represent the Twins, bringing an ERA of 3.842 to the mound.

Looking at the standings in the NL East Division, the Marlins rank 15th with a 57-99 record, reflecting a winning percentage of just .370. They find themselves last in the division with an 18-34 intradivision record. Their performance lately includes just three wins in their last ten games, alongside a current two-game losing streak. The team has stronger performances in night games, with 30 victories, compared to 27 during day games. So far, they have scored 596 runs but have struggled defensively, allowing 819.

The Twins, competing in the AL Central, hold a better record of 81-75, which positions them 7th with a .520 winning percentage. They are 4th in their division thanks to a 29-23 record against divisional opponents. The Twins also show a mixed bag in their recent outings, with three wins in their last ten games and a similar two-game losing streak. They’ve played better at home, with a 42-33 record, compared to a slightly less impressive 39-42 on the road. Their offense has contributed 721 runs this season, while their defense has conceded fewer than the Marlins, at 698.