Final Score: Cubs 12 - Pirates 2
Friday, September 7, 2012 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
51-86 Rating 1430
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.6
Pirates
72-64 Rating 1466
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 328 383
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.3 4.7
Last meeting 4 8

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 137 136
Avg runs scored 3.7 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.1
Win percentage 37% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 25% 61%