Final Score: Cubs 5 - Nationals 2
Monday, August 30, 2004 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
71-59 Rating 1520
Form: WWLLL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.2
Nationals
55-75 Rating 1479
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 245 268
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.0 4.3
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 130 130
Avg runs scored 4.9 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.1 4.7
Win percentage 55% 42%
Away win % / Home win % 52% 48%