Final Score: Cardinals 5 - Astros 6
Sunday, October 17, 2004 at 4:00 PM ET

Cardinals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
110-59 Rating 1584
Form: LWWWL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.2
Astros
96-74 Rating 1544
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Astros
All-time wins 232 222
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.3 4.4
Last meeting 2 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Astros
Games played 169 170
Avg runs scored 5.3 5.0
Avg runs conceded 4.1 4.3
Win percentage 65% 56%
Away win % / Home win % 63% 60%