Final Score: Pirates 8 - Cubs 2
Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at 8:05 PM ET

Pirates @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pirates
90-67 Rating 1504
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
55%
45%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.5
Cubs
65-92 Rating 1428
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pirates Cubs
All-time wins 396 339
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.6 4.3
Last meeting 2 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Pirates Cubs
Games played 157 157
Avg runs scored 3.9 3.8
Avg runs conceded 3.6 4.2
Win percentage 57% 41%
Away win % / Home win % 53% 38%