Final Score: Cubs 9 - Pirates 5
Saturday, September 3, 2005 at 12:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
64-70 Rating 1498
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.3
Pirates
55-79 Rating 1444
Form: LLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 272 333
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 7 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 134 134
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.8
Win percentage 48% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 42%