Final Score: Cubs 8 - Cardinals 1
Friday, September 18, 1987 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
70-75 Rating 1477
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
38%
62%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.9
Cardinals
85-60 Rating 1543
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Cardinals
All-time wins 162 164
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.0 4.1
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Cardinals
Games played 145 145
Avg runs scored 4.5 5.1
Avg runs conceded 4.9 4.4
Win percentage 48% 59%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 60%