Final Score: Pirates 3 - Cubs 4
Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
21-22 Rating 1451
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Cubs
26-17 Rating 1501
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 352 295
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.8 4.3
Last meeting 7 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 43 43
Avg runs scored 5.0 5.8
Avg runs conceded 5.4 4.2
Win percentage 49% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 39% 69%