Final Score: Nationals 2 - Cubs 9
Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 1:05 PM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
46-83 Rating 1425
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
34%
66%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +1.3
Cubs
78-50 Rating 1528
Form: WWLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 284 258
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.0
Last meeting 13 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 129 128
Avg runs scored 3.7 5.4
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.1
Win percentage 36% 61%
Away win % / Home win % 34% 71%