Final Score: Astros 8 - Cubs 3
Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 2:20 PM ET

Astros @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
84-70-1 Rating 1542
Form: LWWWL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.1
Cubs
76-78 Rating 1508
Form: WLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cubs
All-time wins 250 211
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.7 4.4
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cubs
Games played 155 154
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.4
Avg runs conceded 3.8 4.4
Win percentage 54% 49%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 48%