Final Score: Nationals 6 - Cubs 5
Monday, September 4, 1978 at 4:38 AM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
64-73 Rating 1466
Form: LLWWW
Model Probability
43%
57%
Projected margin: Chicago Cubs +0.5
Cubs
69-67 Rating 1490
Form: WLWWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 83 89
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average runs 4.3 4.1
Last meeting 5 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 137 136
Avg runs scored 3.9 4.1
Avg runs conceded 3.7 4.3
Win percentage 47% 51%
Away win % / Home win % 43% 59%