Final Score: Pirates 0 - Astros 2
Friday, August 28, 1998 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
64-68-1 Rating 1486
Form: WWTWW
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.9
Astros
83-51 Rating 1550
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 181 167
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.2 4.1
Last meeting 2 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 133 134
Avg runs scored 4.3 5.5
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.0
Win percentage 48% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 67%