Final Score: Astros 2 - Cubs 4
Tuesday, July 18, 2006 at 8:05 PM ET

Astros @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Astros
45-48 Rating 1516
Form: LWLWL
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.3
Cubs
35-56 Rating 1469
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Astros Cubs
All-time wins 260 216
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.7 4.4
Last meeting 0 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Astros Cubs
Games played 93 91
Avg runs scored 4.6 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.8 5.2
Win percentage 48% 38%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 36%