Final Score: Cubs 4 - Astros 2
Wednesday, August 17, 2005 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
58-62 Rating 1502
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.6
Astros
64-55-1 Rating 1539
Form: WLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 209 250
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.4 4.7
Last meeting 4 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 120 120
Avg runs scored 4.4 4.3
Avg runs conceded 4.6 3.8
Win percentage 48% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 68%