Final Score: Pirates 3 - Cubs 1
Friday, September 2, 2011 at 2:20 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
62-75 Rating 1420
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.7
Cubs
59-78 Rating 1465
Form: LLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 375 324
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.7 4.3
Last meeting 6 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 137 137
Avg runs scored 3.8 4.0
Avg runs conceded 4.3 4.8
Win percentage 45% 43%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 46%