Final Score: Cardinals 4 - Cubs 5
Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 3:55 PM ET

Cardinals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
80-73 Rating 1499
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.5
Cubs
92-60 Rating 1531
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Cubs
All-time wins 327 327
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.2
Last meeting 12 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Cubs
Games played 153 152
Avg runs scored 4.7 5.3
Avg runs conceded 4.5 4.2
Win percentage 52% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 51% 67%