Final Score: Royals 6 - Cubs 2
Friday, August 20, 2021 at 2:20 PM ET

Royals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Royals
52-68 Rating 1436
Form: LWWWL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.7
Cubs
54-69 Rating 1481
Form: LLLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Royals Cubs
All-time wins 11 17
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.4 4.0
Last meeting 13 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Royals Cubs
Games played 120 123
Avg runs scored 4.1 4.2
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.9
Win percentage 43% 44%
Away win % / Home win % 35% 53%