Final Score: Nationals 8 - Cubs 2
Wednesday, August 9, 1972 at 4:33 AM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
45-56 Rating 1462
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.8
Cubs
55-50-1 Rating 1513
Form: WLWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 26 37
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.1 4.6
Last meeting 5 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 101 106
Avg runs scored 3.2 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.0 3.6
Win percentage 45% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 63%