Final Score: Cubs 7 - Nationals 5
Sunday, October 4, 1987 at 3:33 AM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
75-85 Rating 1470
Form: WLLLL
Model Probability
39%
61%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.9
Nationals
91-70 Rating 1529
Form: LWLWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 155 175
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.0 4.4
Last meeting 4 5

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 160 161
Avg runs scored 4.5 4.6
Avg runs conceded 5.0 4.4
Win percentage 47% 57%
Away win % / Home win % 44% 60%