Final Score: Cubs 3 - Nationals 0
Saturday, May 8, 1971 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
11-16 Rating 1504
Form: WLLWL
Model Probability
50%
50%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.1
Nationals
11-8-1 Rating 1470
Form: TLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 24 15
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.8 4.0
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 27 20
Avg runs scored 3.4 3.0
Avg runs conceded 4.3 2.9
Win percentage 41% 55%
Away win % / Home win % 27% 75%