Final Score: Cubs 4 - Pirates 2
Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
64-90 Rating 1455
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.1
Pirates
68-86 Rating 1441
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 237 315
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.1 4.8
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 154 154
Avg runs scored 4.4 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.6
Win percentage 42% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 46%