Final Score: Cubs 4 - Pirates 5
Friday, September 20, 2002 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
64-89 Rating 1457
Form: LWLLL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.0
Pirates
67-86 Rating 1439
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 237 314
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.1 4.8
Last meeting 9 8

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 153 153
Avg runs scored 4.4 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.6
Win percentage 42% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 45%