Final Score: Cubs 2 - Pirates 0
Wednesday, August 27, 2008 at 12:35 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
82-50 Rating 1534
Form: LWWWW
Model Probability
58%
42%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Pirates
57-75 Rating 1437
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 301 355
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.3 4.8
Last meeting 14 9

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 132 132
Avg runs scored 5.5 4.6
Avg runs conceded 4.1 5.5
Win percentage 62% 43%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 51%