Final Score: Phillies 5 - Cubs 3
Sunday, August 31, 2008 at 2:20 PM ET

Phillies @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Phillies
74-62 Rating 1530
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.3
Cubs
85-51 Rating 1537
Form: WWWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Phillies Cubs
All-time wins 289 263
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.7 4.5
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Phillies Cubs
Games played 136 136
Avg runs scored 4.8 5.4
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.0
Win percentage 54% 62%
Away win % / Home win % 51% 72%