Final Score: Pirates 4 - Cubs 3
Sunday, August 16, 1981 at 4:33 AM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
26-27-1 Rating 1518
Form: LWLLL
Model Probability
58%
42%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.7
Cubs
17-40-2 Rating 1423
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 138 83
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.9 3.7
Last meeting 3 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 54 59
Avg runs scored 4.1 3.4
Avg runs conceded 3.7 4.8
Win percentage 48% 29%
Away win % / Home win % 54% 42%