Final Score: Cubs 5 - Cardinals 2
Friday, September 26, 1997 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
67-92 Rating 1460
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.4
Cardinals
71-88 Rating 1480
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Cardinals
All-time wins 242 238
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.2 4.2
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Cardinals
Games played 159 159
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.4
Win percentage 42% 45%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 50%