The Cubs (80-60) took two of three from the Braves at Wrigley this week for a second consecutive series win. Chicago solidified their playoff position and remained in shouting distance of the Brewers at the top of the division. Next on the schedule is a weekend set with the scuffling Nationals beginning Friday afternoon.
Washington (56-83) has been bad from the start of the season and things have not been helped by injuries and a sell-off at the trade deadline. The offense is the strongest aspect of the squad, with a .694 team OPS that is fourth-worst in baseball.