Washington Nationals vs Chicago Cubs Betting Picks & Predictions
The Chicago Cubs are hosting the Washington Nationals in game two of their four-game series. The Cubs, with a record of 89-73, are still holding onto hopes of making the
Game outlook
The Chicago Cubs are hosting the Washington Nationals in game two of their four-game series. The Cubs, with a record of 89-73, are still holding onto hopes of making the playoffs, though they are currently seven games back of a wild card spot with only nine games left in the season. The Nationals, at 68-85, have already been eliminated from playoff contention. The game is set to start at 2:20 P.M. EST, with Trevor Williams starting for the Nationals and Jameson Taillon for the Cubs. The Cubs are the betting favorite with the current line at Chicago -157, opening at -164.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Nationals +143 | Cubs -157
Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-135) | Cubs -1.5 (+120)
Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Chicago will win straight-up is 61%.
Washington Nationals
The Washington Nationals are currently 68-85 overall this season and have been eliminated from playoff contention. They have lost four straight games and five of their last eight. In their most recent game against the Cubs, they were defeated 7-6 with Joey Gallo hitting a three-run homer. Trevor Williams will start the next game for the Nationals, with a 5-0 record and an ERA of 2.22. Despite their struggles, Washington ranks 15th in hitting with a .243 average and has hit the second fewest home runs this season. They are currently ranked 29th in power rankings, with a 23rd rank in offense and 25th in defense.