Final Score: Cardinals 7 - Cubs 8
Saturday, October 4, 1986 at 4:33 AM ET

Cardinals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
79-80 Rating 1528
Form: LWWLL
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.4
Cubs
68-90 Rating 1472
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Cubs
All-time wins 155 157
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.1 4.0
Last meeting 4 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Cubs
Games played 159 158
Avg runs scored 3.7 4.2
Avg runs conceded 3.7 4.9
Win percentage 50% 43%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 51%