Final Score: Cubs 1 - Nationals 7
Friday, October 2, 1987 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
75-83 Rating 1474
Form: LWWLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.8
Nationals
89-70 Rating 1525
Form: WLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 155 173
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 5 2

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 158 159
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.6
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.5
Win percentage 47% 56%
Away win % / Home win % 45% 59%