Final Score: Cubs 5 - Nationals 4
Wednesday, August 2, 1972 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
51-47-1 Rating 1511
Form: WWWWL
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.2
Nationals
43-50 Rating 1468
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 34 25
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.7 4.2
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 99 93
Avg runs scored 4.3 3.2
Avg runs conceded 3.5 3.9
Win percentage 52% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 41% 51%