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The Chicago Cubs are one of the most iconic Major League Baseball teams. Since their founding, all the way back in 1870, the Cubs have enjoyed three World Series titles, and have been operating in the National League Central Division since 1994. They have been playing their games at Wrigley Field since 1916. If you are a fan who is wondering how to watch the Chicago Cubs game tonight, or all season long, this guide will tell you all you need to know.

What Channel is the Cubs Game on Tonight?

Marquee Sports Network is the home of most Chicago Cubs games, and the channel that local fans need to get a hold of. Fans will also benefit from being able to watch Chicago Bears, Sky, and Hounds matches from the other major leagues in the States.

The only Cubs games that will not be available on Marquee Sports Network are those shown on national broadcasters, which are as follows:

  • ESPN: Select nationally broadcast MLB games and Sunday Night Baseball.
  • TBS: Tuesday Night MLB games throughout the regular season.
  • FOX: 20 Saturday late afternoon or evening games, and four Thursday night games.
  • MLB Network: 26 MLB Network Showcase games - blackout restrictions apply for in-market fans.

How to Stream Cubs Games Online

Local fans can stream Chicago Cubs games through Marquee Sports Network’s direct-to-consumer streaming service, which can be accessed via app or online. While this won’t include the nationally broadcast games, we have some options to cover those as well.

Both Fubo TV and DirectTV Stream not only feature Marquee Sports Network as a part of their channel portfolio, but also the national broadcasters needed to catch those more high-profile clashes.

If you are based outside the Chicago region, MLB.TV is an excellent way to stream Cubs games. This is the perfect service for die-hard MLB fans, offering access to every out-of-market game live. Blackout restrictions do apply for in-market games, but full replays are available after the game concludes.

If you don’t like the sound of any of those options, then there are still several avenues you can explore. Each of the following streaming services will air select games throughout the season, alongside lots of other sport and entertainment.

  • ESPN+: One out-of-market game per day throughout the regular season
  • Roku: MLB Sunday Leadoff - Broadcasting early Sunday afternoon games during the regular season
  • Fox Sports App: Stream any games shown on FOX, but requires a TV provider login.
  • TBS Sports App: Stream Tuesday night games on TBS.
  • Apple TV+: Stream Friday Night Baseball exclusive games

Remember to check out our MLB page if you ever want to know how to catch the Chicago Cubs live on TV today.

Home of the Cubs

Wrigley Field is the oldest stadium in the National League and second-oldest in MLB history. It opened in 1914 and the Cubs played their first game there in 1916. The stadium was known as Cubs Park from 1920 to 1926 and was renamed Wrigley Field – after new team owner William Wrigley – in 1927. It is known for its ivy-covered outfield walls. Wrigley Field seats 41,649.

History of the Cubs

With all of their early success, the Cubs have won a total of 17 NL pennants (1876, 1880, 1881, 1882, 1885, 1886, 1906, 1907, 1908, 1910, 1918, 1929, 1932, 1935, 1938, 1945, and 2016. The Cubs have played in 11 World Series but have only won three (1907, 1908, and 2016). Chicago has won a total of seven division crowns, two in the NL East (1984, 1989) and five in the NL Central (2003, 2007, 2008, 2016, and 2017). The Cubs also made the playoffs as a MLB wild card three times (1998, 2015, and 2018). Ernie Banks played all of his 19 MLB seasons with the Cubs. He was a 14-time All-Star and a two-time winner of the NL MVP (1958, 1959). Banks twice led the NL in home runs and RBIs and finished his Hall of Fame career with 512 homers and 1,636 RBIs. Pitcher Ferguson Jenkins spent a total of 10 years with the Cubs. His heyday was during his first stint in Chicago from 1966 to 1973. During that time span, Jenkins was a three-time All-Star who won the 1971 NL Cy Young Award after going 24-13 and pitching 30 complete games. Between 1967 and 1972, Jenkins won 20 or more games in each season. He finished his Hall of Fame career with 284 wins. Second baseman Ryne Sandberg played 15 seasons in Chicago. He went to 10 straight All-Star games (1984-93) and won nine consecutive Gold Gloves (1983-91). When he retired in 1997, Sandberg’s .989 fielding percentage was the highest in MLB history among second basemen. He was also very accomplished at the plate where he recorded 2,386 hits and Sandberg even led the NL in home runs in 1990. Hall of Fame third baseman Ron Santo was a nine-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove winner. He played 14 seasons for the Cubs batting .277 with 342 home runs.