Final Score: Pirates 2 - Cubs 17
Friday, August 14, 2009 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
46-68 Rating 1420
Form: LLWLL
Model Probability
35%
65%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +1.3
Cubs
58-55 Rating 1515
Form: LLLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 357 306
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.7 4.3
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 114 113
Avg runs scored 4.1 4.4
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.3
Win percentage 40% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 31% 60%