Final Score: Pirates 5 - Astros 6
Saturday, September 4, 2004 at 7:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
62-72 Rating 1468
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.8
Astros
71-63 Rating 1520
Form: WWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 214 225
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 6 8

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 134 134
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.9
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.4
Win percentage 46% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 51%