Final Score: Cubs 3 - Cardinals 5
Tuesday, September 17, 1996 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
74-74 Rating 1501
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
46%
54%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.3
Cardinals
80-70 Rating 1505
Form: LLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Cardinals
All-time wins 239 229
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.2 4.2
Last meeting 5 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Cardinals
Games played 148 150
Avg runs scored 4.8 4.7
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.4
Win percentage 50% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 57%