Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 5
Thursday, September 10, 1998 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
66-78-1 Rating 1471
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.6
Cubs
81-65 Rating 1503
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 287 209
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.9 4.1
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 145 146
Avg runs scored 4.2 5.1
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.8
Win percentage 46% 55%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 64%