Final Score: Pirates 6 - Cubs 7
Sunday, July 5, 1998 at 4:33 AM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
40-47 Rating 1475
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Cubs
47-39 Rating 1486
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 284 204
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.9 4.0
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 87 86
Avg runs scored 3.9 5.0
Avg runs conceded 4.1 4.7
Win percentage 46% 55%
Away win % / Home win % 36% 64%