Final Score: Cardinals 4 - Astros 1
Sunday, September 4, 2005 at 2:05 PM ET

Cardinals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
86-50 Rating 1583
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: St. Louis Cardinals +0.3
Astros
72-63-1 Rating 1536
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Astros
All-time wins 244 227
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.3 4.3
Last meeting 4 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Astros
Games played 136 136
Avg runs scored 5.0 4.2
Avg runs conceded 3.9 3.8
Win percentage 63% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 64% 67%