Final Score: Pirates 9 - Astros 3
Monday, July 21, 2008 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
44-54 Rating 1444
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.6
Astros
46-52 Rating 1479
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 241 258
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 4 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 98 98
Avg runs scored 4.8 4.3
Avg runs conceded 5.7 4.8
Win percentage 45% 47%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 52%