It’s the San Diego Padres versus the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on June 29, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 8:05 PM ET
- Location: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
- TV Channels: MLB San Diego Padres, Marquee Sports Network
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs on June 29, 2026
You can watch the Chicago Cubs take on the San Diego Padres live on DIRECTV on your local regional sports network, MLB San Diego Padres channel 694 and Marquee Sports Network channel 664 on June 29, 2026 at 8:05 PM ET.
San Diego Padres (43-39) at Chicago Cubs (46-38) — Game Preview
The San Diego Padres take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, with San Diego at 43-39 and Chicago a step ahead at 46-38. Chicago has hit .240 as a team to San Diego’s .221, while the Padres lean on the better staff with a 3.89 ERA against the Cubs’ 4.24. Fernando Tatis Jr. sets the tone for San Diego from right field, hitting .283 with 19 stolen bases, while Manny Machado supplies the power at third base with 15 home runs and 44 RBIs. For Chicago, Pete Crow-Armstrong has been the engine in center, hitting .278 with 17 home runs and 20 stolen bases. Ian Happ matches Crow-Armstrong’s 17 home runs from left field, giving the Cubs a second reliable source of pop. San Diego sits 10 games back in the NL West while Chicago trails by 5.5 in the NL Central.
Regional Coverage
MLB San Diego Padres, Marquee Sports Network
League Packages
What Time is the San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs Game Today?
The San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs game starts at 8:05 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs?
You can watch San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs on your local regional sports network, MLB San Diego Padres and Marquee Sports Network and MLB Extra Innings®.
San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs Channel on DIRECTV
The San Diego Padres are on MLB San Diego Padres (Channel 694).
Chicago Cubs Channel on DIRECTV
The Chicago Cubs are on Marquee Sports Network (Channel 664).
Players to Watch: San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs
San Diego Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. — RF. Tatis fuels the San Diego offense from right field with a .283 average and 19 stolen bases, a table-setting profile that pressures defenses every time he reaches. His .347 on-base percentage keeps him in front of the middle of the order.
Manny Machado — 3B. The power at the corner belongs to Machado, who has 15 home runs and 44 RBIs even while his average sits at .188. His bat remains the primary source of extra-base damage in the San Diego lineup.
Gavin Sheets — 1B. Sheets gives San Diego a left-handed lift at first base with 13 home runs and a .450 slugging percentage. His .767 OPS reflects a bat that does its damage in chunks rather than through average.
Chicago Cubs
Pete Crow-Armstrong — CF. Crow-Armstrong does a bit of everything in center, hitting .278 with 17 home runs, 45 RBIs and 20 stolen bases. A .505 slugging percentage and .364 on-base mark capture the all-around game that drives the Chicago attack.
Ian Happ — LF. From left field, Happ brings steady power with 17 home runs and 41 RBIs on the year. His .334 on-base percentage and .458 slugging give the Cubs a dependable threat in the heart of the order.
Dansby Swanson — SS. Swanson’s value at shortstop comes through in his 46 RBIs and 11 home runs despite a .190 average. He also chips in 10 stolen bases, giving Chicago production and a bit of speed from the middle infield.
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