Final Score: Cubs 5 - Cardinals 1
Sunday, October 1, 1989 at 4:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
92-69 Rating 1523
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
47%
53%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.1
Cardinals
86-75-1 Rating 1516
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Cardinals
All-time wins 182 185
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.0 4.1
Last meeting 6 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Cardinals
Games played 161 162
Avg runs scored 4.3 3.9
Avg runs conceded 3.9 3.7
Win percentage 57% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 55% 57%