Final Score: Cubs 4 - Astros 6
Sunday, October 2, 2005 at 2:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
79-82 Rating 1506
Form: LLWWL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.6
Astros
88-73-1 Rating 1543
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 214 252
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.4 4.7
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 161 162
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.4 3.7
Win percentage 49% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 51% 65%