Final Score: Pirates 8 - Cubs 7
Saturday, September 28, 1996 at 4:33 AM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
71-89 Rating 1458
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.5
Cubs
76-84 Rating 1486
Form: LLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 277 195
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.9 4.0
Last meeting 9 10

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 160 160
Avg runs scored 4.8 4.8
Avg runs conceded 5.1 4.7
Win percentage 44% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 54%