How to Watch the Cubs Without Cable (2026)

Stream Marquee Sports Network without cable

Cubs games are carried by Marquee Sports Network in the Chicago market. Fubo carries Marquee Sports Network in-market, which makes it the most direct cord-cutter route to Cubs games. Marquee is on Fubo's national base plan, but live Cubs games are blacked out outside the Chicago regional area.

Fubo carries Marquee Sports Network in the Chicago market. Regional restrictions apply — your home ZIP determines your regional sports networks, so Fubo confirms Marquee Sports Network at your address during signup. Free trial, cancel anytime.

Out-of-market Cubs games

Outside the Marquee Sports Network territory, MLB.TV streams every out-of-market Cubs game live. National broadcasts run on ESPN, FOX, FS1, TBS, MLB Network, Apple TV+, and Peacock. Local blackout rules apply inside the Marquee Sports Network broadcast area.

How to Watch the Cubs Without Cable — FAQ

What channel are the Cubs on without cable?

Most regular-season Chicago Cubs games air on Marquee Sports Network in the Chicago market. Live-TV streaming services that carry Marquee Sports Network in-market include Fubo. Regional restrictions apply — your home ZIP determines which regional sports networks you receive, so confirm Marquee Sports Network is available at your address before subscribing.

Does Fubo carry Marquee Sports Network?

Yes — Fubo carries Marquee Sports Network in the Chicago market. Because regional sports networks are gated by your home ZIP code, Fubo confirms availability at your address during signup. Out-of-market Cubs games stream on MLB.TV (local blackout rules apply inside the Marquee Sports Network territory).

How can I watch the Cubs out of market?

Outside the Marquee Sports Network broadcast territory, MLB.TV streams every out-of-market Cubs game live. National Cubs games appear on ESPN, FOX, FS1, TBS, MLB Network, Apple TV+, and Peacock throughout the season.