Final Score: Cardinals 3 - Astros 2
Monday, August 26, 1996 at 8:05 PM ET

Cardinals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
68-62 Rating 1498
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Astros
70-61 Rating 1527
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Astros
All-time wins 168 160
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.2 4.2
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Astros
Games played 130 131
Avg runs scored 4.6 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.5 4.9
Win percentage 52% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 49% 59%