Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 5
Sunday, April 24, 2005 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
6-11 Rating 1455
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.9
Cubs
8-9 Rating 1514
Form: LWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 332 265
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.8 4.2
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 17 17
Avg runs scored 3.0 4.6
Avg runs conceded 5.4 4.2
Win percentage 35% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 43%