Final Score: Cardinals 5 - Astros 8
Saturday, August 30, 2008 at 7:05 PM ET

Cardinals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
74-61 Rating 1512
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.1
Astros
69-66 Rating 1497
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Astros
All-time wins 271 254
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.3
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Astros
Games played 135 135
Avg runs scored 4.8 4.5
Avg runs conceded 4.4 4.7
Win percentage 55% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 55% 56%