Friday’s game between the Washington Nationals (61-73) and the Chicago Cubs (68-66) at Nationals Park is expected to be a close matchup, as our computer prediction projects a final score of 5-4, with the Nationals taking home the win. First pitch is at 6:45 p.m. ET on August 30.

Place your bets on any MLB matchup at BetMGM, and sign up with our link for a first-time deposit bonus!

Cubs vs. Nationals Matchup Info

• When: Friday, August 30, 2024 at 6:45 p.m. ET
• Where: Nationals Park in Washington D.C.
• How to Watch on TV: MASN
• Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
• Tickets: Get tickets for this game at Ticketmaster

MLB is back on Apple TV+! Watch two live games every week, daily coverage, and more.

Cubs vs. Nationals Predictions

• Score Prediction: Nationals 5, Cubs 4
• Total Prediction: Over 8 runs

Bet on this or any MLB matchup at BetMGM

Cubs vs. Nationals Betting Lines

Get tickets for any MLB game this season at Ticketmaster!

Cubs Betting Insights

• Chicago has come away with 33 wins in the 62 contests it has been listed as the favorite in this season.
• This season, the Cubs have come away with a win 15 times in 17 chances when named as a favorite of at least -166 or better on the moneyline.
• Chicago’s games have gone over the total in 60 of 134 opportunities.
• The Cubs were favored on the moneyline for 11 of their past 15 games, and they went 7-4 in those matchups.
• In its past 15 outings — all had a set run total — Chicago and its opponents combined to go over the total nine times.

Nationals Betting Insights

• Washington has put together a 49-63 record in games it was listed as the moneyline underdog (winning 43.8% of those games).
• The Nationals have a 21-29 record (winning 42% of their games) when playing as a moneyline underdog of +140 or longer.
• Washington has played in 134 games with an over/under set, and it has combined with opponents to go over the total 64 times (64-64-6).
• The Nationals have played as underdogs in 12 of their past 15 games and won five of those contests.
• Washington and its opponents have combined to hit the over four times in its past 15 games with a total.

Catch MLB action all season long on ESPN+!

Cubs vs. Nationals Probable Pitchers

Cubs’ Starting Pitcher: Shota Imanaga

• The 30-year-old has pitched in 24 games this season with an ERA of 3.08, a 6.36 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of 1.062.
• Shota Imanaga’s team is 13-4 this season when he starts and they are the moneyline favorite.
• Imanaga’s team has won 18 of his 24 starts this season.
• Games Imanaga has started this season hit the over 11 times in 24 chances.

Nationals’ Starting Pitcher: Jake Irvin

• Over 27 games this season, the 27-year-old has a 3.80 ERA and 7.5 strikeouts per nine innings, while allowing a batting average of .242 to opposing batters.
• The Nationals have a 10-14 record in Irvin’s 24 starts this season when they were the underdog on the moneyline.
• Irvin’s team has compiled a 12-15 record in his 27 starts.
• Jake Irvin has had 27 starts with a total this season, and the teams combined to go over the total in 14 of those matchups.

Rep your team with officially licensed MLB gear! Head to Fanatics to find jerseys, shirts, and much more.

Cubs’ 2024 Performance

Nationals’ 2024 Performance

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.