Final Score: Cubs 1 - Pirates 0
Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
69-50 Rating 1553
Form: WLWLW
Model Probability
54%
46%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.4
Pirates
61-60 Rating 1491
Form: LWLLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Pirates
All-time wins 387 437
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.6
Last meeting 9 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Pirates
Games played 119 121
Avg runs scored 4.9 4.5
Avg runs conceded 4.2 4.5
Win percentage 58% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 53% 53%