Final Score: Cubs 6 - Astros 4
Friday, August 14, 1998 at 8:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
66-55 Rating 1493
Form: LLWLW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.8
Astros
75-46 Rating 1546
Form: WWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 159 188
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.6
Last meeting 2 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 121 121
Avg runs scored 5.0 5.6
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.0
Win percentage 55% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 69%