It’s the Athletics versus the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on June 03, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:05 PM ET
- Location: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
- TV Channels: NBC Sports California (NBCSCA), Marquee Sports Network
- Streaming: Athletics – MLB.TV, Chicago Cubs – MLB.TV
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs on June 03, 2026
You can watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Athletics live on DIRECTV on NBC Sports California (NBCSCA), Marquee Sports Network, Athletics – MLB.TV and Chicago Cubs – MLB.TV on June 03, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET.
Athletics (29-31) at Chicago Cubs (32-29) — Game Preview
The Athletics travel to Wrigley Field at 29-31, opposite a Chicago Cubs club sitting at 32-29 in the National League Central. The Athletics are hitting .246 as a team with a 4.42 staff ERA, while the Cubs counter with a .238 team average and a 4.16 mark on the mound. Jeffrey Springs (3-6, 4.07 ERA) takes the ball for the Athletics, opposite Colin Rea (5-3, 4.70) for Chicago. Nick Kurtz, the Athletics first baseman hitting .289 with a .440 on-base percentage, sets the tone at the top of the order for the visiting side.
On the Cubs side, Ian Happ has 13 home runs and 31 RBIs out of the corner outfield. Behind that, Shea Langeliers brings 14 home runs of his own from the catcher spot, giving the Athletics a power threat to match Chicago’s lineup depth. With the Cubs sitting at 32-29 and the Athletics at 29-31, every win matters for the visitors in the standings push.
Streaming
Athletics – MLB.TV, Chicago Cubs – MLB.TV
League Packages
MLB Extra Innings®
What Time is the Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs Game Today?
The Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs game starts at 8:05 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs?
You can watch Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs on Athletics – MLB.TV, Chicago Cubs – MLB.TV, your local regional sports network and MLB Extra Innings®.
Athletics Channel on DIRECTV
NBC Sports California (Channel 698)
Chicago Cubs Channel on DIRECTV
Marquee Sports Network (Channel 664)
Players to Watch: Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs
Athletics
Nick Kurtz — 1B. Kurtz is hitting .289 with 11 home runs and 42 RBIs while running a .440 on-base percentage that anchors the top of the Athletics order. His .512 slugging mark complements the OBP to give the Athletics a complete offensive profile at first base.
Shea Langeliers — C. The Athletics backstop has 14 home runs and 30 RBIs while batting .288, giving Oakland a power source behind the plate. His .288 average pairs well with the home run total, making him a key part of the Athletics lineup.
Jeffrey Springs — SP. Today’s starter for the Athletics carries a 4.07 ERA with 57 strikeouts and a 3-6 record across 66.1 innings of work. His 1.19 WHIP shows command of the strike zone even when the win column has not always followed.
Chicago Cubs
Alex Bregman — 3B. The Cubs third baseman is batting .255 with a .336 on-base percentage and a .358 slugging mark, anchoring the infield with veteran at-bats. The Cubs lean on his approach near the top of the order.
Ian Happ — LF. Happ has 13 home runs and 31 RBIs while hitting .227 from the corner outfield, a power source for Chicago from the left side of the lineup. The 13 home runs come in a stretch where the Cubs have built their offense around extra-base contact.
Colin Rea — SP. Tonight’s Cubs starter brings a 5-3 record with a 4.70 ERA and 49 strikeouts across 59.1 innings. His 1.37 WHIP runs a touch elevated, but the win total speaks to the run support Chicago has provided behind him this year.
Injury Report: Athletics vs. Chicago Cubs
Athletics
Luis Severino (SP) — 15-Day-IL
Jacob Wilson (SS) — 10-Day-IL
Max Muncy (3B) — 10-Day-IL
Aaron Civale (SP) — 15-Day-IL
Brooks Kriske (RP) — 60-Day-IL
Denzel Clarke (OF) — 60-Day-IL
Gunnar Hoglund (SP) — 60-Day-IL
Chicago Cubs
Edward Cabrera (SP) — 15-day IL, right finger abrasion
Matthew Boyd (SP) — 15-day IL, left knee surgery
Matt Shaw (RF) — 10-day IL, back soreness
Hunter Harvey (RP) — 60-day IL, right triceps inflammation
Justin Steele (SP) — 60-day IL, left elbow surgery
Porter Hodge (RP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Riley Martin (RP) — 15-day IL, left elbow inflammation
Shelby Miller (RP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Cade Horton (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Tyler Austin (1B) — 60-day IL, right knee surgery
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