Before they prepare for the playoffs, the Red Sox and Cubs will meet in their final series of the 2026 regular season.
With the threat of inclement weather looming over the AL vs. NL battle, the start times for games were changed. There will now be a doubleheader on Friday, and the finale is scheduled to be played on Saturday night.
However, if the harsh conditions arrive before the first pitch, Boston and Chicago may be forced to shift to a neutral site.
Here is everything you need to know about Red Sox vs. Cubs, including TV and streaming options for the series.
How to watch Red Sox vs. Cubs: TV channels, live streams
Games between the Red Sox and Cubs will air locally on NESN. Games will also be available to stream on NESN 360 and fubo.
Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
Red Sox vs. Cubs series schedule
Here is the full schedule for the Red Sox vs. Cubs series:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | TV channel/Live stream |
| Sept. 25 | vs. Cubs | 1:05 p.m. | NESN, NESN 360, fubo |
| Sept. 25 | vs. Cubs | 6:05 p.m. | NESN, NESN 360, fubo |
| Sept. 26 | vs. Cubs | 7:15 p.m. | NESN, NESN 360, fubo |
American League wild card standings 2026
(Current as of Friday, Sept. 25)
| Team | Record | Games back |
| Yankees* | 92-67 | +10 |
| Red Sox* | 85-74 | +3 |
| White Sox* | 82-77 | — |
| Rangers | 79-80 | 3 |
National League wild card standings 2026
(Current as of Friday, Sept. 25)
| Team | Record | Games back |
| Padres* | 89-70 | +2 |
| Cubs* | 88-71 | +1 |
| Phillies | 87-72 | — |
| Diamondbacks | 85-74 | 2 |
