It’s the Chicago Cubs versus the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field on May 15, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:40 PM ET
- Location: Rate Field, Chicago, IL
- TV Channels: Chicago Sports Network, Marquee Sports Network
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox on May 15, 2026
Watch the Chicago White Sox take on the Chicago Cubs live on Chicago Sports Network channel 665, Marquee Sports Network channel 664 with DIRECTV on May 15, 2026 at 7:40 PM ET.
Chicago Cubs (28-16) at Chicago White Sox (22-21) — Game Preview
The Chicago White Sox (22-21) host the Chicago Cubs (28-16) at Rate Field in a regular-season matchup with implications for both sides as the standings begin to take shape. The Cubs pitching staff has the edge on paper, holding a 3.77 ERA against 4.22 for the Sox. Sean Burke takes the ball for the Sox at a 3.68 ERA, while Edward Cabrera counters for the Cubs with a 3.88 ERA of his own, bringing a 1.32 WHIP and 43 strikeouts into the start. Nico Hoerner leads the Cubs’ lineup at .267 with 4 home runs, while on the home side Chase Meidroth is carrying a .281 average for the Sox. For the Cubs, Ian Happ adds power with 10 home runs and a .481 slugging percentage.
Regional Coverage
Chicago Sports Network, Marquee Sports Network
League Packages
MLB Extra Innings®
What Time is the Chicago White Sox vs. Chicago Cubs Game Today?
The Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox game starts at 7:40 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox?
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox on your local regional sports network, Chicago Sports Network, Marquee Sports Network and MLB Extra Innings®.
Chicago White Sox Channel on DIRECTV
Chicago Sports Network (Channel 665)
Chicago Cubs Channel on DIRECTV
Marquee Sports Network (Channel 664)
Players to Watch: Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox
Chicago Cubs
Nico Hoerner — 2B. Nico Hoerner is hitting .267 with 4 home runs and 29 RBIs through the season’s opening stretch, anchoring the Cubs’ order. His .345 on-base mark sits on top of a .407 slugging line, the kind of split that turns over the Cubs’ lineup.
Ian Happ — LF. Ian Happ headlines the Cubs at the plate on a .234 average, paired with 10 home runs already on the board. With 19 RBIs already on the board, Happ has been a key piece of the Cubs’ run production.
Edward Cabrera — SP. W 3, ERA 3.88, K 43. Scheduled to start for the Cubs in the series opener, giving Chicago a strikeout-capable arm with a 1.32 WHIP.
Chicago White Sox
Chase Meidroth — 2B. On a .281 clip at the plate, Chase Meidroth is shaping the Sox’s run production this year. The .399 slug paired with a .349 OBP gives the Sox a hitter who works counts as well as he punishes mistakes.
Munetaka Murakami — 1B. The Sox’s lineup runs through Munetaka Murakami, who carries a .227 average and 15 home runs into tonight. With 29 RBIs already on the board, Murakami has been a key piece of the Sox’s run production. That home-run total tops every contributor on the opposite side.
Davis Martin — SP. Davis Martin has been the Sox’s most reliable arm so far, sitting at a 1.62 ERA with 52 strikeouts on the season.
Injury Report: Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox
Chicago Cubs
Hunter Harvey (RP) — 15-day IL, right triceps inflammation
Jordan Wicks (RP) — 15-day IL, left elbow inflammation
Justin Steele (SP) — 60-day IL, left elbow surgery
Matthew Boyd (SP) — 15-day IL, left knee 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
Caleb Thielbar (RP) — 15-day IL, left hamstring strain
Cade Horton (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Tyler Austin (1B) — 60-day IL, right knee surgery
Chicago White Sox
Prelander Berroa (RP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Kyle Teel (C) — 10-day IL, right hamstring strain
Austin Hays (LF) — 10-day IL, left calf strain
Mike Vasil (RP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Tanner Murray (LF) — 60-day IL, left shoulder dislocated
Tim Elko (1B) — out, right knee surgery
Brooks Baldwin (LF) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
Ky Bush (SP) — 60-day IL, left elbow surgery
Everson Pereira (RF) — 10-day IL, right pectoral strain
Drew Thorpe (SP) — 60-day IL, right elbow surgery
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