Final Score: Cubs 5 - Pirates 3
Friday, September 23, 1988 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
71-81-1 Rating 1469
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.7
Pirates
82-69 Rating 1510
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 138 209
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 3.8 4.9
Last meeting 7 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 153 151
Avg runs scored 4.0 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.2 3.8
Win percentage 46% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 55%