Final Score: Nationals 6 - Astros 5
Tuesday, August 9, 2005 at 8:05 PM ET

Nationals @ Astros

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
58-53 Rating 1489
Form: WWLLL
Model Probability
40%
60%
Projected margin: Houston Astros +0.8
Astros
60-51-1 Rating 1543
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Astros
All-time wins 172 220
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 3.7 4.3
Last meeting 1 4

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Astros
Games played 111 112
Avg runs scored 3.8 4.2
Avg runs conceded 4.0 3.8
Win percentage 52% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 71%