Final Score: Nationals 5 - Cubs 9
Wednesday, July 22, 1998 at 8:05 PM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
39-60 Rating 1467
Form: LLLLL
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.5
Cubs
55-44 Rating 1494
Form: WLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 249 228
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.3 4.0
Last meeting 4 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 99 99
Avg runs scored 3.7 5.1
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.7
Win percentage 39% 56%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 65%