Final Score: Astros 3 - Pirates 0
Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 12:35 PM ET

Astros @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
80-78 Rating 1520
Form: WWWWW
Model Probability
55%
45%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Pirates
65-93 Rating 1443
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Pirates
All-time wins 250 227
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average runs 4.5 4.1
Last meeting 7 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Pirates
Games played 158 158
Avg runs scored 4.6 4.3
Avg runs conceded 4.5 5.0
Win percentage 51% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 53%