The Chicago Cubs’ next official game on the 2026 regular-season schedule is on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Tampa Bay (Rays) at 3:40 PM local time, which is their first listed regular-season matchup for 2026.

Quick Scoop

  • Next scheduled regular-season game:
    • Opponent: Tampa Bay Rays
* Date: April 7, 2026

* Time: 3:40 PM

* Location: Away, at Tropicana Field (Tampa Bay)
  • Context for timing:
    • This game is part of the Cubs’ 2026 MLB regular-season slate.
* Full 2026 schedule details (including later April home games vs. Pittsburgh) are published on major sports schedule sites.

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