Final Score: Astros 3 - Cubs 8
Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 2:20 PM ET

Astros @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
64-62 Rating 1508
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Cubs
70-56 Rating 1524
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cubs
All-time wins 243 204
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.7 4.4
Last meeting 6 11

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cubs
Games played 126 126
Avg runs scored 4.7 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.4 4.0
Win percentage 51% 56%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 59%