Final Score: Pirates 3 - Astros 9
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
60-83 Rating 1430
Form: LWLLL
Model Probability
37%
63%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +1.1
Astros
77-67 Rating 1512
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 244 259
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 143 144
Avg runs scored 4.6 4.5
Avg runs conceded 5.5 4.6
Win percentage 42% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 36% 58%