Final Score: Cubs 4 - Nationals 5
Thursday, September 29, 1988 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
75-83-1 Rating 1475
Form: WLLWW
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.6
Nationals
79-79-1 Rating 1510
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 165 183
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average runs 4.1 4.4
Last meeting 3 1

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 159 159
Avg runs scored 4.0 3.9
Avg runs conceded 4.2 3.6
Win percentage 47% 50%
Away win % / Home win % 48% 53%