Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 3
Friday, April 18, 2008 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
7-8 Rating 1444
Form: WWWLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Cubs
9-6 Rating 1492
Form: LWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 351 291
Last 5 meetings 0 5
Average runs 4.8 4.3
Last meeting 3 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 15 15
Avg runs scored 4.8 5.5
Avg runs conceded 5.9 5.1
Win percentage 47% 60%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 56%