Final Score: Astros 8 - Cardinals 3
Thursday, September 16, 2004 at 8:10 PM ET

Astros @ Cardinals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
79-67 Rating 1526
Form: LLWWL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.9
Cardinals
95-49 Rating 1585
Form: LLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cardinals
All-time wins 217 230
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.3
Last meeting 2 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cardinals
Games played 146 144
Avg runs scored 5.0 5.3
Avg runs conceded 4.4 4.0
Win percentage 54% 66%
Away win % / Home win % 54% 67%