Final Score: Cubs 2 - Nationals 4
Wednesday, May 8, 1996 at 7:05 PM ET

Cubs @ Nationals

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Cubs
16-17 Rating 1491
Form: WLWLL
Model Probability
41%
59%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.6
Nationals
22-11 Rating 1530
Form: LWWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Cubs Nationals
All-time wins 213 236
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average runs 3.9 4.3
Last meeting 3 8

Key Season Stats

Stat Cubs Nationals
Games played 33 33
Avg runs scored 4.9 6.1
Avg runs conceded 4.8 4.2
Win percentage 48% 67%
Away win % / Home win % 31% 80%