The Chicago Cubs are set to square off against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on August 31, 2024, with first pitch scheduled for 4:05 PM. Expected weather conditions for the game day will be provided closer to the event.

Javier Assad will take the mound for the Cubs, entering the game with a solid ERA of 3.150. His counterpart from the Nationals, DJ Herz, will pitch with an ERA of 3.838.

In the 2024 NL Central Division, the Cubs are currently 8th with a record of 69-66, reflecting a winning percentage of .511. Their divisional play shows 20 wins against 26 losses, placing them 2nd in the Central. The Cubs have been strong lately, winning 8 of their last 10 games and are riding a four-game winning streak. Their home record stands at 36-29, while they are 33-37 on the road. The Cubs have also posted 32 wins in day games versus 37 in night games, with an overall run differential of +37, having scored 607 and allowed 570 runs.

On the other hand, the Nationals are 13th in the NL East Division with a 61-74 record, which results in a .452 winning percentage. They hold a divisional record of 18-20, ranking 4th in the East. The Nationals have won 5 of their recent 10 matchups and are currently on a one-game losing streak. Their home and away splits are 32-35 and 29-39, respectively. In day and night games, they have secured 29 and 32 victories, respectively. The Nationals have struggled defensively, allowing 631 runs while scoring 571.