Final Score: Cubs 4 - Pirates 5
Saturday, May 24, 2008 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
29-19 Rating 1503
Form: WWLLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Pirates
22-26 Rating 1446
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 297 352
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.3 4.8
Last meeting 12 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 48 48
Avg runs scored 5.8 4.9
Avg runs conceded 4.1 5.5
Win percentage 60% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 54%