Final Score: Cubs 3 - Pirates 2
Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 12:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
17-20 Rating 1507
Form: WWLLW
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.2
Pirates
17-20 Rating 1463
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 267 332
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 4 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 37 37
Avg runs scored 4.5 3.8
Avg runs conceded 4.4 4.4
Win percentage 46% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 31%