The Washington Nationals will play the Chicago Cubs on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 2:20 PM. The game will take place at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. Fans can watch the game on APLTV. The weather forecast calls for a mild day with breezy conditions and scattered clouds.

Nationals vs. Cubs Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Chicago Cubs at -224. The Cubs have a strong home record of 43-26 and a better overall season record compared to the Nationals. This makes them a safer pick at home.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 10.5 (-116). Both teams have shown lower scoring in recent games, and the Cubs have a solid pitching staff, which could keep the total score down.

Team Trends

• The Washington Nationals have a road record of 27-41 this season.
• The Chicago Cubs have a strong home record of 43-26 this season.
• The Nationals are on a 3-game winning streak, all against the Miami Marlins.
• The Cubs recently lost to the Atlanta Braves 5-1 at home.
• The game will be played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, with a weather forecast of scattered clouds.

Nationals vs Cubs Preview

The Washington Nationals head to Wrigley Field to take on the Chicago Cubs. The Nationals, sitting at the bottom of their division, have won their last three games. They hope to keep their winning streak alive with Jake Irvin on the mound. Irvin has an ERA of 5.42 and a WHIP of 1.41, with a record of 8-10 this season.

The Cubs, with a record of 80-60, are in second place in their division. They look to bounce back after a recent loss. Javier Assad will start for the Cubs, bringing an ERA of 4.05 and a WHIP of 1.35. With a mild day and scattered clouds, both teams will aim to make the most of the conditions at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs: A Look at the Home Team

The Chicago Cubs have a strong lineup this season. Seiya Suzuki stands out with 27 home runs, ranking 13th in the league. His 89 RBIs also place him first on the team. Michael Busch contributes with a .259 batting average. He has hit 26 home runs and has 76 RBIs. Dansby Swanson leads the team in runs with 76, showing his value on the field. Javier Assad will start on the mound for the Cubs. He has an ERA of 4.05 and a WHIP of 1.35. His record is 1-1 this season, and he aims to improve it in the next game.

Washington Nationals: Key Players and Pitching Insights

The Washington Nationals have some strong hitters in their lineup. CJ Abrams leads with 17 home runs and 80 runs. Luis García Jr. has a .260 batting average and tops the team with 57 RBIs. Josh Bell adds depth with 16 home runs and 45 RBIs. Keibert Ruiz and Brady House contribute with their batting averages of .247 and .244, respectively. The team has a combined batting average of .243, ranking 14th in the league. Jake Irvin will start on the mound for the Nationals. His ERA is 5.42, and his WHIP stands at 1.41. Irvin’s record is 8-10, and he looks to improve in the upcoming game.

Final Betting Pick

The Cubs are a strong pick for the money line at -224. They have a solid home record of 43-26, which shows they perform well at Wrigley Field. The Nationals, on the other hand, struggle on the road with a record of 27-41. This gives the Cubs an edge in this game.

For the over/under prediction, choosing under 10.5 is a wise choice. The Cubs have a strong pitching staff, with Javier Assad starting and holding a 4.05 ERA. The Nationals’ recent games have shown lower scoring, with their last three games each having a total score under 10. This trend supports the under prediction.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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