Final Score: Astros 3 - Cubs 12
Saturday, August 17, 1996 at 4:33 AM ET

Astros @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
66-56 Rating 1532
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.1
Cubs
59-61 Rating 1496
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cubs
All-time wins 176 152
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.5 4.4
Last meeting 8 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cubs
Games played 122 120
Avg runs scored 4.9 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.9 4.7
Win percentage 54% 49%
Away win % / Home win % 49% 52%