Final Score: Astros 5 - Cardinals 4
Thursday, July 9, 1998 at 8:05 PM ET

Astros @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
53-34 Rating 1533
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
53%
47%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.4
Cardinals
40-46 Rating 1475
Form: LWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cardinals
All-time wins 170 177
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.2 4.2
Last meeting 6 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cardinals
Games played 87 86
Avg runs scored 5.5 4.9
Avg runs conceded 3.9 5.2
Win percentage 61% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 59% 61%