The Washington Nationals faced the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on September 5, 2025. The Cubs won 11-5. Javier Assad secured the win, improving his record to 1-1 with a 4.05 ERA.

The Cubs started strong with five runs in the first inning. Ian Happ contributed with a home run, scoring four runs. Nico Hoerner also shined with two hits and two RBIs, helping the Cubs maintain their second-place position in the NL Central.

The Cubs took control early, scoring five runs in the first inning. They added another run in the second, giving them a 6-0 lead. The Nationals got on the board in the fourth with two runs, but the Cubs responded with two more in the same inning. In the sixth inning, the Nationals scored three runs, narrowing the gap to 9-5. The Cubs then scored two more runs, one in the sixth and another in the eighth, to secure the win at 11-5. The Cubs’ consistent scoring throughout the game kept them ahead of the Nationals.

Javier Assad was the winning pitcher for the Cubs. He pitched 5.33 innings, allowing 4 earned runs and striking out 4 batters. This performance helped secure the Cubs’ victory. On the other side, Jake Irvin took the loss for the Nationals. He gave up 7 runs in 3.33 innings.

Nico Hoerner had a productive game for the Cubs. He went 2 for 4 with a home run and 2 RBIs. Ian Happ also contributed by scoring 4 runs and hitting a home run. These efforts powered the Cubs’ offense.

For the Nationals, Luis García Jr. stood out by hitting a home run and driving in 3 runs. Daylen Lile also had a solid game, going 2 for 4 with 2 RBIs. Despite their efforts, the Nationals fell short.

What’s Next

The Cubs’ victory over the Nationals pushes their record to 80-60. They hold the second spot in the Central Division. This win helps them stay in the hunt for a playoff spot. The Cubs are trying to catch the division leader, which makes every game important. The Nationals, with their 56-83 record, remain at the bottom of the East Division. This loss doesn’t help their standing. They are far from playoff contention this season. The Cubs and Nationals have faced each other several times, with the Cubs having an edge in recent meetings.

The Washington Nationals will continue their series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Their next game is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2:20 PM. The series will conclude with another game on Sunday, September 7, 2025, also at 2:20 PM. Probable starters for these games have not been announced.

The Chicago Cubs will remain at home to face the Washington Nationals again on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The game starts at 2:20 PM. Following this series, the Cubs will travel to face the Atlanta Braves starting on Monday, September 8, 2025, at 7:15 PM. There are no probable starters listed for these games yet.

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