Final Score: Cardinals 8 - Astros 2
Tuesday, May 21, 1996 at 8:05 PM ET

Cardinals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
18-26 Rating 1465
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.8
Astros
22-24 Rating 1514
Form: LWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Astros
All-time wins 162 158
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.2 4.2
Last meeting 5 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Astros
Games played 44 46
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.9
Avg runs conceded 5.6 5.1
Win percentage 41% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 39% 43%