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The Chicago Cubs and the Washington Nationals are all set to square off from the Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. The Cubs have progressed to the third spot in the NL Central Division and they continue to trail the Milwaukee Brewers. The Cubs must win more than 15 games to get to the second spot. The Nationals remain at the bottom of the NL East and they hold the worst record in the majors. Washington seems to be a lost cause and the best baseball picks are against them to win this game and cover.
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Information
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals
Date: | Wednesday, August 17, 2022 |
Time: | 1:05 PM ET |
Location: | Nationals Park, Washington, D.C. |
TV Coverage: | MLBN |
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Betting Odds
Team | SP/RL | TOTAL | ML | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Cubs | -1.5 (+114) | 9 o (-123) | -141 | Place Bets |
Nationals | +1.5 (-159) | 9 u (-111) | +105 | |
Place Bets |
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals CashBet Wagering Analysis
The Chicago Cubs still have time if they are consistent with their success. However, the Brewers or the Cardinals need to lose for them to stand a chance. The Nationals, on the other hand, have no chance of winning or making it to the top with their miserable performance and they are not predicted for the playoffs.
Drew Smyly to Start for the Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are all set to turn Drew Smyly to the mound as their starter. Smyly is holding a 5-6 record on the season with an ERA of 3.69 and 61 Ks in total. Ian Happ has a team-high of 114 hits with 30 RBIs and a batting clip of .281. Nico Hoerner is the other notable player with a batting clip of .306. The Cubs have a good chance to win this game and increase their overall record. The Cubs won eight of their last 11 games against an NL East opponent.
Cory Abbott to Start for the Nationals
The Chicago Cubs will turn Cory Abbot to the mound as their starter in this game. Abbott is holding a 0-2 record on the season with an ERA of 5.94. This will be Abbott’s fourth start of the season. Abbott gave five home runs and walked 11 opponent hitters in 16 frames. The Nationals are holding a 39-79 record on the season and are now 40 games behind the .500 mark. The Nationals are predicted as the underdog in this game.
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Head to Head with Spread
Chi Cubs are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games.
Chi Cubs are 3-7 SU in their last 10 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of the Chi Cubs’ last 6 games when playing on the road against Washington.
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs’ last 5 games against an opponent in the National League East Division.
Chi Cubs are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games played on a Wednesday.
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Washington’s last 10 games.
Washington is 3-10 SU in their last 13 games.
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Washington’s last 7 games against the Chi Cubs.
Washington is 5-15 SU in their last 20 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Washington’s last 6 games when playing at home against the Chi Cubs.
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals CashBet Free Pick
The MLB betting picks are in favor of the Cubs to win this game and cover the spread with ease. The Nationals have a struggling pitcher on the mound and the chances of winning this game are way too hard.
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals CashBet Best Bet: Chicago Cubs.

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