It’s the San Diego Padres versus the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on August 14, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 7:10 PM ET
- Location: Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
- TV Channels: MLB San Diego Padres, MLB Cleveland Guardians
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians on August 14, 2026
You can watch the Cleveland Guardians take on the San Diego Padres live on DIRECTV on MLB San Diego Padres and MLB Cleveland Guardians on August 14, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET.
San Diego Padres (65-57) at Cleveland Guardians (59-63) — Game Preview
The San Diego Padres (65-57) visit the Cleveland Guardians (59-63) at Progressive Field with both clubs looking to build separation in their respective division races. San Diego has out-slugged Cleveland at the plate this season, going deep 134 times as a team while the Guardians have connected on 117 home runs. Manny Machado anchors the middle of the Padres’ order with 23 home runs and 70 RBIs, and Fernando Tatis Jr. complements him at the top of the lineup by hitting .281 with a .353 on-base percentage.
Cleveland counters with Chase DeLauter, who is hitting .285 with 13 home runs and 57 RBIs out of right field, while Rhys Hoskins has matched DeLauter’s home run total with 13 of his own even though his average sits at .179. The Guardians enter the night 4 games back in the AL Central, a gap that keeps this matchup relevant to the division race as the calendar turns toward September.
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MLB San Diego Padres, MLB Cleveland Guardians
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What Time is the San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians Game Today?
The San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians game starts at 7:10 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians?
You can watch San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians on your local regional sports network and MLB Extra Innings®.
San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians Channel on DIRECTV
San Diego Padres fans can watch on MLB San Diego Padres (Channel 694).
Cleveland Guardians Channel on DIRECTV
Cleveland Guardians fans can watch on MLB Cleveland Guardians (Channel 662).
Players to Watch: San Diego Padres vs. Cleveland Guardians
San Diego Padres
Fernando Tatis Jr. — RF. The Padres’ right fielder is hitting .281 with a .353 on-base percentage, a table-setting profile that keeps traffic on the bases ahead of the middle of the order. His .420 slugging percentage shows he isn’t just getting on, he’s driving the ball into the gaps as well.
Manny Machado — 3B. San Diego’s third baseman has racked up 23 home runs and 70 RBIs this season, production that makes him the middle-of-the-order threat opposing pitchers have to plan around. His .213 average is the tradeoff for that power, a reminder that his value comes almost entirely from the long ball.
Cleveland Guardians
Right fielder Chase DeLauter pairs a .285 average with 13 home runs and 57 RBIs, a combination of contact and pop that stands out in a Guardians lineup that has otherwise leaned light on offense. His .445 slugging percentage and .359 on-base percentage back up the numbers, giving Cleveland a genuine all-around bat near the top of the order.
First baseman Rhys Hoskins has gone deep 13 times this season, matching DeLauter’s home run total even though his own average sits at .179. He’s driven in 38 runs despite the low average, evidence that his power still shows up when he connects.
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