Final Score: Cubs 6 - Pirates 3
Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 12:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
85-66 Rating 1530
Form: WWLWW
Model Probability
55%
45%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Pirates
68-83 Rating 1459
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 262 330
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 1 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 151 151
Avg runs scored 4.9 4.3
Avg runs conceded 4.1 4.6
Win percentage 56% 45%
Away win % / Home win % 55% 50%