Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 7
Wednesday, September 6, 2006 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
56-83 Rating 1440
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
44%
56%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Cubs
55-83 Rating 1460
Form: WLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 343 279
Last 5 meetings 5 0
Average runs 4.8 4.2
Last meeting 6 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 139 138
Avg runs scored 4.4 4.3
Avg runs conceded 5.1 5.2
Win percentage 40% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 29% 41%