Final Score: Nationals 9 - Cubs 5
Saturday, August 23, 1997 at 4:33 AM ET

Nationals @ Cubs

MLB model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Nationals
62-64 Rating 1503
Form: LLLWL
Model Probability
52%
48%
Projected margin: Washington Nationals +0.3
Cubs
51-77 Rating 1454
Form: LWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Nationals Cubs
All-time wins 246 222
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average runs 4.3 4.0
Last meeting 1 3

Key Season Stats

Stat Nationals Cubs
Games played 126 128
Avg runs scored 4.3 4.1
Avg runs conceded 4.6 4.7
Win percentage 49% 40%
Away win % / Home win % 42% 52%