Final Score: Astros 3 - Pirates 12
Thursday, September 18, 1997 at 7:05 PM ET

Astros @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
77-74 Rating 1507
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.1
Pirates
73-79 Rating 1474
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Pirates
All-time wins 161 178
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.1 4.2
Last meeting 8 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Pirates
Games played 151 152
Avg runs scored 4.8 4.4
Avg runs conceded 4.1 4.8
Win percentage 51% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 51%