Final Score: Cubs 8 - Giants 2
Saturday, September 5, 1981 at 6:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Giants

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
26-51-2 Rating 1426
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: San Francisco Giants +0.9
Giants
42-41 Rating 1489
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Giants
All-time wins 74 78
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.3 4.4
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Giants
Games played 79 83
Avg runs scored 3.3 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.7 3.6
Win percentage 33% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 12% 55%