On the afternoon of September 20, 2024, the Washington Nationals are set to challenge the Chicago Cubs at the iconic Wrigley Field, starting at 2:20 PM. The forecast predicts light rain, potentially affecting play. Trevor Williams, with a commendable ERA of 2.224, will start as pitcher for the Nationals. Facing him from the mound for the Cubs will be Jameson Taillon, who carries an ERA of 3.545.

In the running of the 2024 NL East Division, the Nationals are currently 13th with a record of 68-85, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.44, and are 4th in their division. Despite a challenging season, they’ve managed a fair split in day versus night games, with 33 daytime wins. The team struggles continue with a recent four-game losing streak.

The Cubs, positioned 8th in the NL Central Division with a record of 78-75, show a better form with a 0.51 winning percentage. They recently snapped a loss streak and have a stronger home game record of 40-35 compared to their away statistics.

Betting odds for this game indicate a close contest. The Cubs are favored with a -1.5 point spread and a money line of -170, reflecting their slightly better season performance and home field advantage. The Nationals stand as underdogs with a money line of +145. The over/under is set at 9.0, suggesting expectations of moderate scoring influenced by both pitchers’ performances and weather conditions.