Final Score: Cubs 4 - Pirates 2
Sunday, September 9, 2012 at 1:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
53-86 Rating 1435
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.5
Pirates
72-66 Rating 1462
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 330 383
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.7
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 139 138
Avg runs scored 3.8 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.1
Win percentage 38% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 27% 59%