Final Score: Cubs 4 - Astros 3
Thursday, August 29, 1996 at 4:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
64-66 Rating 1497
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Astros
72-62 Rating 1528
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 154 178
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.5
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 130 134
Avg runs scored 4.9 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.9
Win percentage 49% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 60%