Final Score: Cubs 2 - Cardinals 6
Friday, September 9, 1988 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
68-71-1 Rating 1480
Form: WLLWL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.5
Cardinals
67-73 Rating 1512
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Cardinals
All-time wins 171 173
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.0 4.1
Last meeting 8 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Cardinals
Games played 140 140
Avg runs scored 4.1 3.6
Avg runs conceded 4.2 3.7
Win percentage 49% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 49% 51%