Final Score: Pirates 4 - Astros 7
Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
60-84 Rating 1429
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
36%
64%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +1.1
Astros
78-67 Rating 1513
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Astros
All-time wins 244 260
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 3 9

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Astros
Games played 144 145
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.5
Avg runs conceded 5.5 4.6
Win percentage 42% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 36% 59%