Final Score: Cubs 1 - Pirates 3
Friday, September 12, 1997 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
61-85 Rating 1461
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.4
Pirates
70-76 Rating 1475
Form: LWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 200 283
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.0 4.9
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 146 146
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.4
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.8
Win percentage 42% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 31% 51%