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Three consecutive day games at the Friendly Confines could be just what the Chicago Cubs need to get their mojo back as they open a series against the Houston Astros on Monday.
After a three-week stretch as one of the hottest teams in baseball, the Cubs have dropped nine of their last 11 games. They remain firmly in the mix in the NL Central, where every team is over .500, but could use a boost after being swept at Wrigley Field by the Brewers.
Houston, meanwhile, is still looking to find its footing this season. The Astros enter the game at a season-worst 11 games under .500 but will be rolling out their most effective starter, Spencer Arrighetti, on Friday. The right-hander is 5-1 with a 1.50 ERA in six starts and is a good bet to at least keep Houston in the game.
Who will begin the weekend with a win? Here's everything you need to know to watch the series opener.
What channel is Cubs vs. Astros on today?
- TV channel: None
- Live stream: Apple TV
Cubs vs. Astros will not air on traditional television Friday. The game will stream live as part of Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball" package.
New subscribers get their first week of Apple TV for free. After that, they can subscribe for just $12.99/month.
Subscribers can watch "Friday Night Baseball" with the Apple TV app, which is available on select smart TVs, Roku devices, Amazon Fire TV, and gaming consoles.
Cubs vs. Astros start time today
- Date: Friday, May 22
- Time: 2:20 p.m. ET | 1:20 p.m. CT
First pitch of Cubs vs. Astros on Friday is set for 2:20 p.m. ET. The game will be played at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
Apple TV 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2026
Apple and MLB have announced the "Friday Night Baseball" schedule through the end of June. See every upcoming game below.
| May 22 | Astros at Cubs | 2:20 p.m. |
| Tigers at Orioles | 7:15 p.m. | |
| May 29 | Twins at Pirates | 6:45 p.m. |
| Phillies at Dodgers | 10:15 p.m. | |
| June 5 | Guardians at Rangers | 8:15 p.m. |
| Royals at Twins | 8:15 p.m. | |
| June 12 | Diamondbacks at Reds | 7:15 p.m. |
| Braves at Mets | 7:15 p.m. | |
| June 19 | Cardinals at Royals | 8:15 p.m. |
| Twins at Diamondbacks | 9:45 p.m. | |
| June 26 | Cubs at Brewers | 7:45 p.m. |
| Dodgers at Padres | 9:45 p.m. |
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