Final Score: Nationals 1 - Cubs 3
Thursday, July 5, 1979 at 4:33 AM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
45-28 Rating 1511
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
48%
52%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.1
Cubs
39-35 Rating 1495
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 89 97
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.2 4.1
Last meeting 2 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 73 74
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.5
Avg runs conceded 3.5 4.8
Win percentage 62% 53%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 55%