Final Score: Cubs 5 - Nationals 0
Saturday, August 16, 1986 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
50-66 Rating 1476
Form: WWLLL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.6
Nationals
59-54 Rating 1509
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 143 164
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.0 4.4
Last meeting 1 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 116 113
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.3
Avg runs conceded 4.9 4.5
Win percentage 43% 52%
Away win % / Home win % 32% 50%