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$134.2b
24H VOL:
$130,522,377
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2,388,728,490
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$1,438,389,636
404,028
Markets across
30,214
events
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2,681
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5
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39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Aug 12, 10:09 PM EST
Polymarket
In the upcoming MLB game between the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals, scheduled for August 12 at 6:45PM ET: This market will resolve to "Chicago Cubs" if the Chicago Cubs win the game. This market will resolve to "Washington Nationals" if the Washington Nationals win the game. If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely, with no make-up game, or ends in a tie, this market will resolve 50-50. The primary resolution source for this market is the official final statistics of the event as recognized by the governing body or event organizers. However, if the governing body or event organizers have not published final match statistics within 24 hours after the event's conclusion, a consensus of credible reporting may be used instead.
In the upcoming MLB game between the Chicago Cubs and Washington Nationals, scheduled for August 12 at 6:45PM ET: This market will resolve to "Chicago Cubs" if the Chicago Cubs win the game. This market will resolve to "Washington Nationals" if the Washington Nationals win the game. If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely, with no make-up game, or ends in a tie, this market will resolve 50-50. The primary resolution source for this market is the official final statistics of the event as recognized by the governing body or event organizers. However, if the governing body or event organizers have not published final match statistics within 24 hours after the event's conclusion, a consensus of credible reporting may be used instead.
Prediction market odds in this market often differ from traditional sportsbook lines due to the trader-driven nature of the platform. While sportsbooks may set lines based on analytics and historical data, prediction markets let participants bet directly on their beliefs, which can lead to sharper or more volatile pricing. Traders on Polymarket may price in recent team performance, injuries, or weather conditions faster than sportsbooks, potentially creating mispricings that appeal to sharp bettors.
This market resolves around Aug 19, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The result is determined by the official game outcome, which is then matched to the market’s predefined conditions. As long as the game occurs on schedule and the result is publicly reported, the market will settle automatically based on the verified score.
Injuries to key players, weather delays, or changes to starting lineups could all shift this market as the game approaches. Traders on Polymarket will react to any news affecting team performance — such as a star player being scratched or a sudden rainout — which may cause rapid swings in odds. Additionally, broader betting trends or large trades can influence the price, especially as the event draws closer and uncertainty decreases.