Final Score: Cubs 1 - Astros 0
Wednesday, August 16, 2006 at 2:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
51-68 Rating 1480
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.5
Astros
57-62 Rating 1508
Form: WLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Astros
All-time wins 220 261
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.4 4.6
Last meeting 8 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Astros
Games played 119 119
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.6
Avg runs conceded 5.2 4.7
Win percentage 43% 48%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 53%