Prediction: Chicago Cubs VS Washington Nationals 2025-06-04
The Chicago Cubs, with their flashy 37-22 record, are rolling into Nationals Park to take on the Washington Nationals, who are struggling to stay afloat with a 28-31 record. The Cubs are -134 favorites, and for good reason - they've got a potent offense that's averaging 5.8 runs per game, second-best in the MLB.
The Nationals, on the other hand, have been struggling as underdogs, winning only 52% of their games this season. And let's be real, their pitching staff has been a hot mess, with a 5.03 ERA and a combined WHIP of 1.394. It's like they're trying to make it easy for the Cubs' bats to come alive.
Matthew Boyd is looking sharp for the Cubs, with a 3.08 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 61 1/3 innings pitched. And with Kyle Tucker's 64 hits and .524 slugging percentage, the Cubs' offense is looking like a well-oiled machine.
The Nationals do have some bright spots, like James Wood's 16 home runs and 44 RBIs, but it's not enough to overcome their pitching woes.
So, my best bet for this matchup? Take the Chicago Cubs to win outright at -134. The Cubs' offense is too strong, and the Nationals' pitching is too weak. It's a recipe for disaster for the Nats.
And if you want to get a little fancier, take the Cubs to cover the -1.5 run spread at +2.20. The Cubs have a 69% winning percentage when favored on the moneyline, and I expect them to come out swinging against the Nationals' struggling pitching staff.
But let's keep it real, folks - the Cubs are the clear favorites here, and it's going to take a miracle for the Nationals to pull off an upset. So, bet on the Cubs and enjoy the ride.
Created: June 4, 2025, 4:36 a.m. GMT