It’s the Chicago Cubs versus the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on August 13, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 4:05 PM ET
- Location: Nationals Park, Washington, DC
- TV Channels: Marquee Sports Network, MLB Washington Nationals
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals on August 13, 2026
You can watch the Washington Nationals take on the Chicago Cubs live on DIRECTV on Marquee Sports Network and MLB Washington Nationals on August 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET.
Chicago Cubs (71-50) at Washington Nationals (59-63) — Game Preview
The Chicago Cubs arrive at Nationals Park with a 71-50 record while the Washington Nationals sit at 59-63 as the two clubs meet this afternoon. Chicago’s pitching staff has been the sharper unit this season, posting a 4.08 ERA as a team compared to Washington’s 4.76 mark.
Pete Crow-Armstrong has anchored the Cubs’ lineup all year, hitting .284 with 27 home runs and 73 RBIs while getting on base at a .384 clip, and Washington counters with CJ Abrams, who matches Crow-Armstrong’s .284 average while adding 29 home runs and 91 RBIs of his own. Seiya Suzuki has been a steady complement in Chicago’s order, driving in 70 runs on 20 home runs with a .480 slugging percentage. Chicago remains just 3 games back in the National League standings and squarely in the playoff picture, while Washington sits 15.5 games back and well outside the postseason race.
Regional Coverage
Marquee Sports Network, MLB Washington Nationals
League Packages
What Time is the Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Game Today?
The Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals game starts at 4:05 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals?
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals on your local regional sports network, Marquee Sports Network, MLB Washington Nationals and MLB Extra Innings®.
Chicago Cubs Channel on DIRECTV
Chicago Cubs games air locally on Marquee Sports Network (Channel 664).
Washington Nationals Channel on DIRECTV
Washington Nationals games air locally on MLB Washington Nationals (Channel 641).
Players to Watch: Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals
Chicago Cubs
Pete Crow-Armstrong — CF. The Cubs’ center fielder is hitting .284 with 27 home runs and 73 RBIs, pairing power with speed at the top of Chicago’s lineup. His .384 on-base percentage and .544 slugging percentage give the Cubs a genuine power-speed threat at the top of the order.
Seiya Suzuki — RF. Suzuki is hitting .273 with 20 home runs and 70 RBIs, giving the Cubs steady production behind Crow-Armstrong in the order. His .364 on-base percentage and .480 slugging percentage reflect the complementary power Chicago gets from its right fielder.
Nico Hoerner — 2B. Nico Hoerner has settled in at the bottom of Chicago’s order, hitting .262 with 56 RBIs this season. His .322 on-base percentage and .365 slugging percentage reflect a contact-oriented approach rather than a power one.
Washington Nationals
CJ Abrams — SS. Washington’s lineup runs through CJ Abrams, who is hitting .284 with 29 home runs and 91 RBIs this season. His .358 on-base percentage and .544 slugging percentage make him a legitimate power threat at shortstop.
Daylen Lile — LF. Daylen Lile has provided pop in Washington’s outfield, hitting .247 with 15 home runs and 64 RBIs. His .417 slugging percentage well outpaces his .296 on-base percentage, reflecting a hitter built more for extra bases than for getting on base.
Keibert Ruiz — C. Behind the plate, Keibert Ruiz is hitting .279 with 7 home runs and 39 RBIs for the Nationals. His .446 slugging percentage stands out for a catcher, and his .316 on-base percentage rounds out a productive season behind the plate.
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