Final Score: Cubs 2 - Astros 1
Sunday, August 16, 1998 at 4:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
67-56 Rating 1493
Form: WLWWL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.8
Astros
76-47 Rating 1545
Form: WWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 160 189
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.6
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 123 123
Avg runs scored 5.0 5.5
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.0
Win percentage 54% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 69%