Final Score: Nationals 13 - Cubs 5
Friday, August 22, 2008 at 2:20 PM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
45-83 Rating 1423
Form: LLLLW
Model Probability
34%
66%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +1.4
Cubs
78-49 Rating 1531
Form: LWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 283 258
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.0
Last meeting 2 0

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 128 127
Avg runs scored 3.7 5.4
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.0
Win percentage 35% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 72%