Final Score: Cubs 3 - Nationals 8
Tuesday, May 7, 1996 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
16-16 Rating 1493
Form: WWLWL
Model Probability
42%
58%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.6
Nationals
21-11 Rating 1529
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 213 235
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 3.9 4.3
Last meeting 2 6

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 32 32
Avg runs scored 5.0 6.1
Avg runs conceded 4.7 4.2
Win percentage 50% 66%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 79%