Final Score: Cubs 4 - Pirates 3
Tuesday, May 17, 2005 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
16-20 Rating 1505
Form: WWWLL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.2
Pirates
17-19 Rating 1465
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 266 332
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 36 36
Avg runs scored 4.6 3.8
Avg runs conceded 4.4 4.4
Win percentage 44% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 33%