The Chicago Cubs and the Arizona Diamondbacks are facing off tonight!
The two National League teams begin a three-game series on Monday night (August 24) at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona.
Here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s Cubs-Diamondbacks game, including the start time, television channel, streaming options and probable pitchers.
What Time Is the Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Game Tonight?
The Cubs-Diamondbacks game is scheduled to begin at 9:40 p.m. ET (6:40 p.m. local time in Arizona).
What Channel Is Cubs vs. Diamondbacks on Tonight?
The game will air on Marquee Sports Network in the Cubs’ television market. Viewers in the Diamondbacks’ market can watch through DBACKS.TV.
Out-of-market viewers can stream the game with MLB.TV, subject to local blackout restrictions.
How to Watch Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Without Cable
Cubs fans within the team’s television territory can subscribe directly to Marquee Sports Network through the Marquee Sports Network app or WatchMarquee.com. Marquee is also offered by select live television streaming providers, including Fubo and DirecTV, depending on the viewer’s location and subscription plan.
Diamondbacks fans in Arizona can subscribe directly to DBACKS.TV, which streams local games without regional blackouts, subject to national exclusivities.
Both local broadcasts are also available through Fubo in their respective markets. Availability through other live television providers varies by location and subscription plan.
Can You Watch Cubs vs. Diamondbacks for Free?
Eligible new subscribers may be able to watch tonight’s game with a free trial of Fubo, which carries Marquee Sports Network in the Cubs’ market and DBACKS.TV in the Diamondbacks’ market.
DBACKS.TV is also currently advertising a free trial for eligible subscribers. Viewers should confirm their eligibility and local channel availability before signing up.
Cubs fans can listen on 670 The Score (WSCR 670 AM and 104.3 FM) and participating Cubs Radio Network affiliates.
Diamondbacks fans can hear the Arizona broadcast on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM. Both teams’ broadcasts are also available through MLB audio subscriptions and participating satellite radio channels.
Who Is Pitching in Tonight’s Cubs-Diamondbacks Game?
The Cubs are expected to start right-handed pitcher Kevin Gausman. The Diamondbacks are expected to counter with right-hander Merrill Kelly, according to MLB’s probable pitchers.
What to Know About Tonight’s Matchup
The Cubs enter the game with a 75-56 record and sit second in the National League Central. The Diamondbacks enter the series at 69-62, sitting third in the NL West.
The series will not independently determine either team’s playoff fate. However, the results could become important if Chicago and Arizona finish the season with identical records, as the MLB uses head-to-head results as its first postseason tiebreaker.
Who Is Predicted to Win the Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Game?
As of publication time, traders on the prediction market Kalshi give the Chicago Cubs a 57% chance of winning, compared with a 43% chance for the Arizona Diamondbacks. More than $700,000 has been traded on the market, and the probabilities may continue to fluctuate ahead of the game.
Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Series Schedule
Monday, August 24: 9:40 p.m. ET / 8:40 p.m. CT
Tuesday, August 25: 9:40 p.m. ET / 8:40 p.m. CT
Wednesday, August 26: 3:40 p.m. ET / 2:40 p.m. CT
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