Final Score: Pirates 2 - Astros 3
Monday, September 8, 2008 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
60-82 Rating 1432
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +1.0
Astros
76-67 Rating 1510
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 244 258
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 8 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 142 143
Avg runs scored 4.6 4.5
Avg runs conceded 5.5 4.6
Win percentage 42% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 37% 57%