Final Score: Cubs 1 - Astros 2
Friday, July 18, 2008 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
57-38 Rating 1516
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.2
Astros
44-51 Rating 1477
Form: LWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 232 271
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.6
Last meeting 3 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 95 95
Avg runs scored 5.3 4.4
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.8
Win percentage 60% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 51%