Final Score: Cubs 5 - Nationals 3
Tuesday, September 27, 1988 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
73-83-1 Rating 1470
Form: LWWLL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.7
Nationals
79-77-1 Rating 1515
Form: WWWLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 163 183
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 2 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 157 157
Avg runs scored 4.0 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.2 3.6
Win percentage 46% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 46% 55%