Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 3
Tuesday, September 14, 2004 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
66-78 Rating 1465
Form: LWWLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Cubs
77-64 Rating 1519
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 330 258
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.8 4.2
Last meeting 2 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 144 141
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.1
Win percentage 46% 55%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 56%