Final Score: Pirates 9 - Cubs 10
Friday, September 27, 1996 at 4:38 AM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
71-88 Rating 1460
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.5
Cubs
75-84 Rating 1484
Form: WLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 277 194
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.9 4.0
Last meeting 7 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 159 159
Avg runs scored 4.7 4.7
Avg runs conceded 5.1 4.7
Win percentage 45% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 54%