Let's break this one down, folks. This is a game between the Washington Nationals and the mighty Cubs right here in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field. The pitcher's mound will be graced by Patrick Corbin for the Nationals who, with a hefty 5.55 ERA, isn't exactly instilling fear into the hearts of opposing batters. On the Cubs' side, Javier Assad with his 3.40 ERA will be calling the shots.
The Nationals are coming in with a colorful crew, featuring Jacob Young, who's been swinging a hot bat with a .277 average alongside Jose Tena and Andres Chaparro. On the other side of the field, the Cubs are boasting Nico Hoerner who's batting .343, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson, both with over 20 RBIs to their names this season.
Now let's turn back the clock a bit, as past encounters found the Cubs enjoying a rather lavish run of form against the Nationals. Barraging them with runs, it seems the Nationals have little luck when visiting the Windy City.
Admittedly, though, neither team has been covering themselves in glory recently; the Nationals being swatted aside by New York, and the Cubs having a fair share of ups and downs themselves. However, the Cubs do hold the upper hand in terms of the regular season record.
So let's put it all together. The Cubs, batting in their home park, with their stronger starting pitcher, and considering their blooming history against the Nationals – I'd lean their way. Meanwhile, the Nationals have been having a season to forget with a below average record and recent results that can't exactly inspire confidence.
Albert’s Prediction: Chicago Cubs by 4.