The Washington Nationals are set to face the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of their exciting series showdown. Currently, the Nationals hold a 1-0 lead in the series. This matchup is crucial for both teams as they continue their seasons.
Game Details
Date: Saturday
Time: 2:20 p.m. EDT
Pitching Matchup
- Nationals: Miles Mikolas (0-0)
- Cubs: Cade Horton (0-0)
Team Records
In the 2022 season:
- Chicago Cubs: 92 wins, 70 losses overall; 50 wins, 31 losses at home.
- Washington Nationals: 66 wins, 96 losses overall; 34 wins, 47 losses away.
Offensive Performance
Last season, the teams displayed differing offensive capabilities:
- Cubs: Averaged 8.5 hits per game, batting average of .249, slugging percentage of .430.
- Nationals: Averaged 8.1 hits per game with a total of 161 home runs.
Injury Updates
Both teams are dealing with significant injuries:
- Cubs Injuries:
- Porter Hodge: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Seiya Suzuki: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Justin Steele: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Jordan Wicks: 15-Day IL (forearm)
- Shelby Miller: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Christopher Austin: 60-Day IL (knee)
- Nationals Injuries:
- Trevor Williams: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Josiah Gray: 60-Day IL (elbow)
- Paxton Schultz: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- DJ Herz: 60-Day IL (elbow)
As the Nationals meet the Cubs on the diamond today, both teams are eager to make their mark. With a critical game ahead, fans can expect an intense battle as each side seeks to secure a victory in this series showdown.
