Final Score: Pirates 2 - Astros 4
Friday, May 17, 1996 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
17-23 Rating 1454
Form: LLLLW
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.9
Astros
20-22 Rating 1516
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 169 149
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.2 4.1
Last meeting 6 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 40 42
Avg runs scored 4.5 5.0
Avg runs conceded 5.3 5.3
Win percentage 42% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 53% 41%