Nationals, Cubs Split Competitive Three-Game Series

The Washington Nationals and Chicago Cubs have completed their three-game series, which featured competitive matchups and highlighted both teams' strengths and weaknesses. The Nationals, with improved recent performance and a 12-7 record over their last 19 games, benefited from MacKenzie Gore's seven shutout innings and Amed Rosario's decisive home run in a 2-0 win on Wednesday. The Cubs, leading the NL Central, have shown strong offense but are facing pitching depth concerns due to an injury to starter Justin Steele. Top contributors included James Wood and Josh Bell for the Nationals, and Kyle Tucker and Michael Busch for the Cubs. Both teams displayed potential, but also clear vulnerabilities as reflected in betting lines. The series offered important insights as each club seeks to build momentum moving forward.