On the evening of October 22, 2024, the Cleveland Guardians are set to clash with the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, starting at 7:38 pm under a clear sky. The starting pitchers for both teams are yet to be announced.

In the 2024 AL Central Division standings, the Cleveland Guardians hold second place with a record of 92-69, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.57. They lead the division with a record of 30-22. The Guardians have won 5 of their last 10 games, though they are currently on a 2-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 50-30, while they have won 42 games and lost 39 on the road. The team performs stronger during night games, with 57 wins compared to 35 in daytime games. Overall, they have scored 708 runs and allowed 621.

Meanwhile, the New York Yankees top the AL East Division with a 94-68 record, achieving a 0.58 winning percentage. They maintain a balanced divisional record of 26-26. The Yankees have also won 5 of their last 10 games and are currently enjoying a 1-game winning streak. They hold a 44-37 home record and are stronger on the road with a 50-31 record. Like the Guardians, the Yankees have a preference for night games, with 61 wins compared to 33 during the day. They have scored a total of 815 runs while conceding 668.