Final Score: Cubs 7 - Pirates 3
Friday, September 2, 2005 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
63-70 Rating 1496
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.3
Pirates
55-78 Rating 1446
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 271 333
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.2 4.8
Last meeting 8 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 133 133
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.7
Win percentage 47% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 47% 42%