Final Score: Cardinals 5 - Pirates 1
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET

Cardinals @ Pirates

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cardinals
76-81 Rating 1483
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
45%
55%
Projected margin: Pittsburgh Pirates +0.4
Pirates
80-77 Rating 1495
Form: WWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cardinals Pirates
All-time wins 512 440
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.5 4.2
Last meeting 0 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cardinals Pirates
Games played 157 157
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.8
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.6
Win percentage 48% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 50% 54%