Final Score: Cubs 12 - Pirates 3
Monday, August 25, 2008 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
80-50 Rating 1531
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
57%
43%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.7
Pirates
57-73 Rating 1440
Form: WLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 299 355
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.3 4.7
Last meeting 8 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 130 130
Avg runs scored 5.4 4.6
Avg runs conceded 4.0 5.4
Win percentage 62% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 52%