How to Watch Upcoming Chicago Cubs Games for Free (Legally & Easily)
Last updated: April 20, 2026
If you’re trying to catch the Chicago Cubs this 2026 MLB season without paying for a full cable package, you’re in the right place. The Chicago enter this stretch at 12-9 (4th in NL Cent). They have 10 upcoming games on the schedule, starting with PHI @ CHC on April 20, 2026. Below, for each game we break down exactly which network is carrying it, which streaming services include that network, and — importantly — which of those services offer a free trial so you can watch without spending a dime.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs on April 20, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs on April 21, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs on April 22, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs on April 23, 2026
You can watch Philadelphia Phillies vs Chicago Cubs for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers on April 24, 2026
No streaming platforms currently listed for Apple TV.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers on April 25, 2026
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers for free with Fubo, Hulu with Live TV, Fubo Elite, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers on April 26, 2026
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers for free with Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and YouTube TV — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres on April 27, 2026
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres for free with Fubo and DirecTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres on April 28, 2026
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres for free with Fubo and DirecTV Stream — all offer free trials.
How to Watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres on April 29, 2026
You can watch Chicago Cubs vs San Diego Padres for free with Fubo and DirecTV Stream — all offer free trials.
Recent Chicago Cubs Games & Where They Aired
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Apr 19
New York Mets @ Chicago Cubs 1-2 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net, SNY -
Apr 18
New York Mets @ Chicago Cubs 2-4 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net, SNY -
Apr 17
New York Mets @ Chicago Cubs 4-12 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net, WPIX -
Apr 15
Chicago Cubs @ Philadelphia Phillies 11-2 Aired on: ESPN Unlmtd, MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net, NBC Sports Phil -
Apr 14
Chicago Cubs @ Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 Aired on: MLB.TV, TBS, Marquee Sports Net, NBC Sports Phil + -
Apr 13
Chicago Cubs @ Philadelphia Phillies 7-13 Aired on: MLB.TV, FS1, Marquee Sports Net, NBC Sports Phil + -
Apr 12
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Chicago Cubs 6-7 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net -
Apr 11
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Chicago Cubs 4-3 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net -
Apr 10
Pittsburgh Pirates @ Chicago Cubs 2-0 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net -
Apr 8
Chicago Cubs @ Tampa Bay Rays 6-2 Aired on: MLB.TV, Marquee Sports Net, Rays.TV
Streaming Services That Carry Chicago Cubs Games
| Service | Price | Free Trial |
|---|---|---|
| Fubo | $73.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| DirecTV Stream | $86.99/mo | Free for 5 Days |
| Sling TV | $45.99/mo | No |
| Hulu with Live TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 3 Days |
| Fubo Elite | $89.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo | Free for 7 Days |
| MLB.TV | $24.99/mo | No |
| Padres.TV | $12.99/mo | No |
How Much Would It Cost to Watch Every Chicago Cubs Game?
To cover every network carrying Chicago Cubs games this season, you'd need 1 service:
But you don't need to pay all that. These services offer a free trial:
YouTube TV — free for 7 days
DirecTV Stream — free for 5 days
Hulu with Live TV — free for 3 days
That means you can watch Chicago Cubs for 22 days for free by stacking free trials across these services.
The Cheapest Way to Watch Chicago Cubs (Without Free Trials)
If you want to catch every Chicago Cubs game and you're past the free trial window, the most affordable combination is 1 service at $73.99/mo:
- Fubo — $73.99/mo
Last updated: April 20, 2026