Final Score: Pirates 4 - Cubs 3
Thursday, April 24, 1997 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
9-9 Rating 1469
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
47%
53%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.1
Cubs
2-16 Rating 1460
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 279 195
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.9 4.0
Last meeting 8 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 18 18
Avg runs scored 3.4 2.8
Avg runs conceded 4.7 5.2
Win percentage 50% 11%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 0%