Final Score: Astros 3 - Pirates 5
Thursday, August 24, 2006 at 7:05 PM ET

Astros @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
60-67 Rating 1504
Form: LWLLW
Model Probability
55%
45%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Pirates
49-78 Rating 1433
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Pirates
All-time wins 245 226
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.4 4.1
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Pirates
Games played 127 127
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.4
Avg runs conceded 4.6 5.0
Win percentage 47% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 52%