Final Score: Cubs 8 - Pirates 5
Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 12:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
70-67 Rating 1510
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
58%
42%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Pirates
54-83 Rating 1413
Form: LLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 310 357
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average runs 4.4 4.7
Last meeting 9 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 137 137
Avg runs scored 4.4 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.7
Win percentage 51% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 52%