Final Score: Pirates 3 - Cubs 0
Monday, September 17, 2012 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
73-72 Rating 1453
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.1
Cubs
58-88 Rating 1440
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 384 333
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.7 4.4
Last meeting 9 13

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 145 146
Avg runs scored 4.1 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.6
Win percentage 50% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 51%