Cubs Close To Elimination As They Face Nationals

League Championship Series: Cubs inch closer to elimination

Cubs lose game 3 as Nationals take a 3-0 lead

Chicago Cubs fall one game away from elimination against Washington Nationals

The Chicago Cubs are on the brink of elimination from the National League Championship Series after losing Game 3 to the Washington Nationals 5-2 on Monday night at Nationals Park.

The Nationals now hold a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series and can clinch a berth in the World Series with a win in Game 4 on Tuesday night.

The Cubs have not won a World Series since 1908 and have not appeared in the Fall Classic since 2016.

The Nationals, meanwhile, are seeking their first World Series title in franchise history.

Game 4 of the NLCS is scheduled for Tuesday night at Nationals Park. First pitch is set for 8:08 p.m. ET.