Final Score: Pirates 5 - Cubs 13
Wednesday, September 15, 2004 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
66-79 Rating 1463
Form: WWLLL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.9
Cubs
78-64 Rating 1521
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 330 259
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.8 4.2
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 145 142
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.1
Win percentage 46% 55%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 57%