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Washington Nationals to Face Chicago Cubs in Four-Game Series at Wrigley Field, Both Teams Eager to Improve Standings

The Washington Nationals will face off against the Chicago Cubs in a four-game series at Wrigley Field, starting Thursday at 7:40 PM EDT. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent losses and improve their standings. The starting pitchers will be Patrick Corbin for the Nationals and Javier Assad for the Cubs. Fans can watch the games on MASN and the Marquee Sports Network. Chicago is currently favored to win with a betting line of -163.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +148 | Cubs -163
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-140) | Cubs -1.5 (+124)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 62%.

Washington vs Chicago Stats

Washington Nationals

In a recent game against the Mets, the Nationals faced a challenging 10-0 defeat, with pitcher DJ Herz struggling on the mound but Joe LaSorsa and Zach Brzykcy providing relief. Offensively, CJ Abrams and Darren Baker showed some promise but ultimately fell short. Now, Washington Nationals pitcher Patrick Corbin is set to start Game 1 against the Cubs, aiming to turn around his tough season. With a career record of 103 wins and 131 losses and an impressive 1,722 strikeouts, Corbin's experience will be crucial for the team's success as they look to bounce back from recent struggles. In terms of power ranking, the Nationals are ranked 29th overall, with an offense ranked 23rd and a defense ranked 25th, with a season record of 68-84.

Chicago Cubs Analysis

In a recent game against the Athletics, the Chicago Cubs faced pitching struggles, ultimately resulting in a 5-3 loss. Justin Steele, Ethan Roberts, Drew Smyly, and Nate Pearson all faced challenges on the mound, while offensive standouts included Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner, and Seiya Suzuki. Despite their efforts, the pitching struggles proved too much to overcome, leading to the Cubs' 75th loss of the season. Looking ahead to their upcoming series against the Nationals, the Cubs will start Javier Assad, who has shown strong performance this season with impressive stats. Assad's ability to limit runs and generate strikeouts will be crucial as the Cubs aim to rebound from their recent losses and set the tone for the series. Despite the Cubs' power ranking of 1, they are ranked 12th for offense, 10th for defense, and hold an overall record of 77-75. Additionally, Washington has won their last 3 matchups against Chicago.

Washington Nationals Struggle in NL East, Chicago Cubs Show Offensive Prowess

The Washington Nationals currently occupy the 4th position in the National League East with a record of 68-84, indicative of the challenges faced throughout the season. Offensively, the team maintains an average of 4.15 runs and 8.05 hits per game, with a team batting average of .243 and an on-base percentage of .309. Defensively, the Nationals have encountered difficulties, allowing opponents an average of 4.75 runs and 8.94 hits per game, resulting in a run differential of -91. Competitors facing the Nationals this season have achieved a batting average of .260 and an on-base percentage of .321.

Conversely, the Chicago Cubs are positioned 2nd in the National League Central Division with a record of 77-75. The team has recorded an average of 4.60 runs and 8.20 hits per game, hitting with a team average of .243 and an on-base percentage of .318. With a run differential of +65, the Cubs have demonstrated offensive prowess. On defense, they have limited opponents to a batting average of .238 and an on-base percentage of .305, reflecting their competitive strength this season. The Cubs have a modest run line record of 69-73 for the season, showing resilience with a 41-33 record after a loss, despite a disappointing 27-47 record at home. While facing recent challenges to cover the run line, they have succeeded in 5 of their last 12 games.

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