Final Score: Cubs 5 - Pirates 1
Saturday, September 8, 2007 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
71-69 Rating 1480
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.1
Pirates
62-79 Rating 1449
Form: WLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 284 350
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 1 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 140 141
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.5
Avg runs conceded 4.3 5.1
Win percentage 51% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 46%