You can watch recent Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres games on major national sports channels and live TV streaming services that carry MLB playoff and regular-season broadcasts.

Main ways to watch

  • National TV broadcasts for big Cubs–Padres matchups (like playoff games) have recently aired on ABC and ESPN.
  • Live TV streaming services that carried those broadcasts include Fubo and similar cable-replacement services that offer ABC/ESPN and other MLB broadcasters.
  • For out-of-market regular-season games, MLB.tv is a common option, though local blackout rules can apply depending on your location.

Quick Scoop: what to do today

  1. Check the official game listing (MLB site or your TV guide) to see which national channel is carrying the specific Cubs vs. Padres game you want (often ABC or ESPN for marquee games).
  1. If you do not have cable, sign up for a live TV streaming service such as Fubo that includes those channels; these services have recently been promoted as primary ways to stream Cubs–Padres playoff games.
  1. If you live outside the home markets , consider an MLB.tv subscription for broader Cubs/Padres coverage, keeping blackout restrictions in mind.

Extra context and “latest news” angle

  • Recent high-profile Cubs vs. Padres matchups have included a 2025 National League Wild Card series , with multiple guides explaining that ABC carried the national TV broadcast and Fubo was the main recommended streaming option.
  • Tech and sports sites also highlight that fans often pair these services with a VPN when traveling, to get around regional viewing limitations while staying within each service’s terms.

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