Final Score: Nationals 5 - Cubs 11
Friday, September 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
56-83 Rating 1439
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
36%
64%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +1.2
Cubs
80-60 Rating 1529
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 335 319
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.3 4.1
Last meeting 1 7

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 139 140
Avg runs scored 4.2 4.9
Avg runs conceded 5.5 4.1
Win percentage 40% 57%
Away win % / Home win % 40% 62%