Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 1
Monday, September 23, 2013 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
89-67 Rating 1503
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
55%
45%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.5
Cubs
65-91 Rating 1430
Form: LWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 395 339
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.7 4.3
Last meeting 3 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 156 156
Avg runs scored 3.9 3.8
Avg runs conceded 3.6 4.2
Win percentage 57% 42%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 38%