Final Score: Pirates 4 - Cubs 7
Friday, May 16, 2008 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
20-21 Rating 1450
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Cubs
25-16 Rating 1502
Form: WWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 351 294
Last 5 meetings 0 5
Average runs 4.8 4.3
Last meeting 6 13

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 41 41
Avg runs scored 5.0 5.8
Avg runs conceded 5.3 4.1
Win percentage 49% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 38% 71%