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St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (August 16, 2026)

August 16, 2026 by Fubo Sports Desk
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The Cubs and Cardinals are meeting at Wrigley Field with genuine stakes attached — Chicago sitting four games back in the NL Central and St. Louis clinging to wild card relevance. Both clubs arrive carrying momentum from their last 10 games, and the talent on the field makes this one worth watching from the first pitch.

For the Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong has been one of the most complete players in the National League this season — 27 home runs, 73 RBI, 86 runs scored, and 30 stolen bases. He does damage in every phase of the game. Seiya Suzuki, hitting .274 with 21 home runs and 73 RBI, adds another dangerous bat to a lineup that has outscored opponents by 19 runs over its last 10 games.

St. Louis counters with a lineup that has quietly found its footing. Alec Burleson leads the Cardinals with 86 RBI and 132 hits, while Jordan Walker brings 23 home runs and 16 stolen bases to a club that has gone 6-4 across its last 10 games. The Cardinals have clawed back above .500 and are not playing like a team ready to concede anything.

St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs Game Information

Game Date: August 16, 2026
Game Time: 03:15 PM ET
TV Channel: MLB.TV – Chicago Cubs
Location: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

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Live Updates

6:20 PM ET
Seiya Suzuki grounds out to shortstop, Blaze Jordan to Alec Burleson.
6:18 PM ET
Pete Crow-Armstrong called out on strikes.
6:15 PM ET
Miguel Amaya homers to right field.
6:10 PM ET
Michael Conforto grounds out to second base, JJ Wetherholt to Alec Burleson.
6:08 PM ET
Caleb Ferguson (P) replaces Gordon Graceffo (P).
6:08 PM ET
Caleb Ferguson (P) replaces Gordon Graceffo (P).
6:05 PM ET
Blaze Jordan pops out to Pedro Ramirez.
6:05 PM ET
Jimmy Crooks singles to right field.
6:04 PM ET
Masyn Winn flies out to deep center field to Pete Crow-Armstrong.
6:04 PM ET
Nathan Church flies out to deep right field to Seiya Suzuki.
6:02 PM ET
Carson Kelly (P) replaces Trent Thornton (P).
6:02 PM ET
Tyrone Taylor remains in the game as LF.
6:00 PM ET
James Triantos pops out to shallow infield to Alec Burleson.
5:59 PM ET
Pedro Ramirez singles to center field. Nico Hoerner to second.
5:58 PM ET
Nico Hoerner walks.
5:57 PM ET
Tyrone Taylor out on a sacrifice fly to center field to Nathan Church. Seiya Suzuki scores.
5:55 PM ET
Tyrone Taylor pinch-hitting for Ian Happ.
5:54 PM ET
Alex Bregman grounds out to shortstop, Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson.
5:54 PM ET
Seiya Suzuki doubles to right field.
5:51 PM ET
Gordon Graceffo (P) replaces Luis Gastelum (P).
5:51 PM ET
Everson Pereira (LF) replaces Joshua Baez (LF), batting 5th.
5:49 PM ET
Joshua Baez strikes out swinging.
5:47 PM ET
Jordan Walker doubles to deep right field. Ivan Herrera scores. JJ Wetherholt scores.
5:46 PM ET
Trent Thornton (P) replaces Caleb Thielbar (P).
5:44 PM ET
Alec Burleson strikes out swinging.
5:42 PM ET
Ivan Herrera walks. JJ Wetherholt to second.
5:41 PM ET
JJ Wetherholt singles to shallow infield.
5:40 PM ET
Blaze Jordan called out on strikes.
5:38 PM ET
Caleb Thielbar (P) replaces Aaron Civale (P).
5:36 PM ET
Pete Crow-Armstrong grounds out to shallow right field, JJ Wetherholt to Alec Burleson.
5:35 PM ET
Miguel Amaya grounds out to shortstop, Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson.
5:33 PM ET
Michael Conforto strikes out swinging.
5:28 PM ET
Jimmy Crooks strikes out on a foul tip.
5:26 PM ET
Masyn Winn strikes out swinging.
5:24 PM ET
Nathan Church pops out to shallow infield to James Triantos.
5:22 PM ET
James Triantos strikes out swinging.
5:20 PM ET
Pedro Ramirez strikes out swinging.
5:18 PM ET
Nico Hoerner singles to left center field. Ian Happ to second.
5:17 PM ET
Ian Happ hits into a force out to first base. Alex Bregman out at second.
5:14 PM ET
Luis Gastelum (P) replaces Hunter Dobbins (P).
5:13 PM ET
Alex Bregman walks.
5:09 PM ET
Joshua Baez called out on strikes.
5:06 PM ET
Jordan Walker hit by pitch.
5:05 PM ET
Alec Burleson doubles to deep left center field. Ivan Herrera to third.
5:04 PM ET
Ivan Herrera singles to center field.
5:03 PM ET
JJ Wetherholt lines out to left field to Ian Happ.
5:00 PM ET
Blaze Jordan strikes out swinging.
4:57 PM ET
Aaron Civale (P) replaces Ryan Rolison (P).
4:56 PM ET
Seiya Suzuki strikes out swinging.
4:54 PM ET
Pete Crow-Armstrong called out on strikes.
4:51 PM ET
Miguel Amaya walks. Michael Conforto to second.
4:48 PM ET
Michael Conforto walks.
4:48 PM ET
Michael Conforto called out on strikes.
4:46 PM ET
James Triantos grounds out to third base, Blaze Jordan to Alec Burleson.
4:44 PM ET
Jimmy Crooks grounds out to shortstop. Nathan Church out at second.
4:42 PM ET
Masyn Winn flies out to center field to Pete Crow-Armstrong.
4:40 PM ET
Nathan Church walks.
4:37 PM ET
Pedro Ramirez strikes out swinging.
4:34 PM ET
Nico Hoerner grounds out to second base, Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson. Ian Happ to second.
4:32 PM ET
Ian Happ singles to left field.
4:30 PM ET
Alex Bregman grounds out to shortstop, Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson.
4:27 PM ET
Joshua Baez flies out to right field to Seiya Suzuki.
4:27 PM ET
Jordan Walker homers to center field. Alec Burleson scores.
4:24 PM ET
Alec Burleson singles to left field. JJ Wetherholt scores. Blaze Jordan scores.
4:22 PM ET
Ryan Rolison (P) replaces Edward Cabrera (P).
4:21 PM ET
Ivan Herrera out on a sacrifice fly to deep right field to Seiya Suzuki. JJ Wetherholt to second. Blaze Jordan to third. Jimmy Crooks scores.
4:18 PM ET
JJ Wetherholt walks. Blaze Jordan to second. Jimmy Crooks to third. Masyn Winn scores.
4:16 PM ET
Blaze Jordan singles to left field. Jimmy Crooks to second. Masyn Winn to third.
4:14 PM ET
Jimmy Crooks walks. Masyn Winn to second.
4:12 PM ET
Masyn Winn walks.
4:11 PM ET
Nathan Church grounds out to shallow infield, Edward Cabrera to Alex Bregman to Pedro Ramirez.
4:09 PM ET
James Triantos remains in the game as 2B.
4:08 PM ET
Nico Hoerner switches from 2B to SS.
4:06 PM ET
Seiya Suzuki called out on strikes.
4:04 PM ET
Pete Crow-Armstrong homers to right field. James Triantos scores.
4:04 PM ET
Miguel Amaya strikes out on a foul tip.
4:01 PM ET
Michael Conforto flies out to shallow center field to Masyn Winn.
3:58 PM ET
James Triantos walks.
3:56 PM ET
James Triantos pinch-hitting for Dansby Swanson.
3:51 PM ET
Joshua Baez strikes out swinging.
3:48 PM ET
Jordan Walker doubles to deep left field.
3:47 PM ET
Alec Burleson grounds out to shallow infield, Nico Hoerner to Pedro Ramirez.
3:46 PM ET
Ivan Herrera strikes out swinging.
3:42 PM ET
Pedro Ramirez grounds out to second base, JJ Wetherholt to Alec Burleson.
3:42 PM ET
Nico Hoerner lines out to second base to JJ Wetherholt.
3:41 PM ET
Ian Happ grounds out to shallow infield, Hunter Dobbins to Masyn Winn to Alec Burleson.
3:38 PM ET
JJ Wetherholt grounds out to shallow infield to Pedro Ramirez.
3:36 PM ET
Blaze Jordan singles to center field. Jimmy Crooks scores.
3:34 PM ET
Jimmy Crooks doubles to deep right field.
3:33 PM ET
Masyn Winn grounds out to shallow infield, Alex Bregman to Pedro Ramirez.
3:31 PM ET
Nathan Church flies out to deep center field to Pete Crow-Armstrong.
3:27 PM ET
Alex Bregman flies out to deep center field to Nathan Church.
3:26 PM ET
Seiya Suzuki called out on strikes.
3:23 PM ET
Pete Crow-Armstrong strikes out swinging.
3:20 PM ET
Joshua Baez flies out to deep center field to Pete Crow-Armstrong.
3:19 PM ET
Jordan Walker flies out to deep center field to Pete Crow-Armstrong.
3:18 PM ET
Alec Burleson homers to right field. JJ Wetherholt scores.
3:17 PM ET
Ivan Herrera grounds out to second base, Nico Hoerner to Pedro Ramirez. JJ Wetherholt to third.
3:16 PM ET
JJ Wetherholt doubles to left field.

Game Preview

The Cubs sit four games back in the NL Central, making every game against a division rival carry added weight. St. Louis is 13.5 games back in the division but remains in the wild card conversation — the Cardinals are within striking distance of the final National League wild card spot, which gives this series real teeth for both sides. The season series between these two clubs is tied 5-5, meaning neither team has been able to establish dominance, and the head-to-head ledger is still very much unsettled.

Chicago Cubs Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 72-52
Home Record: 36-25
Away Record: 36-27
Division Record: 19-16
Streak: 1 Loss streak
Winning Percentage: .581

St. Louis Cardinals Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 62-61
Home Record: 32-34
Away Record: 30-27
Division Record: 18-19
Streak: 1 Win streak
Winning Percentage: .504

Stat Leaders

Chicago Cubs (72-52, #2 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Justin Dean, 0.375
RBI Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 73 RBI
Home Run Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 27 HR
Runs Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 86 Runs
Hits Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 130 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Pete Crow-Armstrong, 30 SB
ERA Leader: Ben Brown, 1.85 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Shota Imanaga, 130 K
Wins Leader: Shota Imanaga, 8 W
Saves Leader: Jacob Webb, 9 SV

St. Louis Cardinals (62-61, #3 in division)

Batting Average Leader: Joshua Baez, 0.750
RBI Leader: Alec Burleson, 86 RBI
Home Run Leader: Jordan Walker, 23 HR
Runs Leader: JJ Wetherholt, 78 Runs
Hits Leader: Alec Burleson, 132 Hits
Stolen Bases Leader: Jordan Walker, 16 SB
ERA Leader: Ryan Fernandez, 2.70 ERA
Strikeout Leader: Matthew Liberatore, 116 K
Wins Leader: Andre Pallante, 12 W
Saves Leader: Riley O’Brien, 30 SV

What to Watch For

Joshua Báez made one of the more remarkable major league debuts in recent memory, becoming the first player to homer in each of his first three at-bats in the big leagues. That kind of entrance creates immediate intrigue around how he fits into a Cardinals lineup that needs production from every corner. Alongside Báez, Ivan Herrera has been a steady presence — .248 average, 13 home runs, 51 RBI, and 75 runs scored — providing the Cardinals with a catcher who contributes on both sides of the ball.

On the mound, St. Louis has real depth to lean on. Andre Pallante leads the staff with 12 wins, Kyle Leahy has posted a 3.38 ERA with 105 strikeouts, and Michael McGreevy sits at 3.48 ERA with 9 wins. That is a rotation capable of keeping Chicago’s lineup in check.

For the Cubs, the pitching picture is complicated by injuries — Ben Brown, Justin Steele, and Edward Cabrera are all unavailable. That opens the door for others to step forward. Javier Assad, carrying a 3.58 ERA and 6 wins, is among those who could be central to how Chicago navigates its rotation. With the division race tightening, every start matters.

Chicago Cubs Injury Report

Cade Horton – Forearm (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred RHP Cade Horton to the 60-day injured list due right forearm discomfort.
Hunter Harvey – Tricep (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred RHP Hunter Harvey to the 60-day injured list with right triceps inflammation.
Riley Martin – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred LHP Riley Martin from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to left elbow flexor strain.
Daniel Palencia – Elbow (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with right elbow inflammation.
Edward Cabrera – Hamstring (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
Matt Shaw – Hand (D10) – The Chicago Cubs placed OF Matt Shaw on the 10-day injured list due to a sprained left hand.
Tyler Austin – Knee (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed INF Tyler Austin on the 60-day injured list due to a right knee injury.
Justin Steele – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Justin Steele on the 60-day injured list with a left elbow injury.
Phil Maton – Knee (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Phil Maton on the 15-day injured list due to right knee tendinitis.
Gavin Hollowell – Shoulder (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Gavin Hollowell on the 15-day injured list due to right shoulder inflammation.
Porter Hodge – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transaferred RHP Porter Hodge to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow strain.
Hoby Milner – Appendicitis (D15) – The Chicago Cubs placed LHP Hoby Milner on the 15-day injured list due to Appendicitis.
Ben Brown – Neck (D60) – The Chicago Cubs transferred RHP Ben Brown from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a neck strain.
Shelby Miller – Elbow (D60) – The Chicago Cubs placed RHP Shelby Miller on the 60-day injured list due to a right elbow UCL injury.

St. Louis Cardinals Injury Report

Ramón Urías – Elbow (D60) – The St. Louis Cardinals transferred INF Ramón Urías to the 60-day injured list due to right elbow lateral epicondylitis.
Max Rajcic – Elbow (D60) – The St. Louis Cardinals transferred RHP Max Rajcic from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list with a right elbow soreness.

Chicago Cubs Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 16, 2026 vs St. Louis Cardinals
August 17, 2026 vs Chicago White Sox
August 18, 2026 vs Chicago White Sox
August 19, 2026 vs Chicago White Sox
August 21, 2026 at Seattle Mariners
August 22, 2026 at Seattle Mariners
August 23, 2026 at Seattle Mariners
August 24, 2026 at Arizona Diamondbacks
August 25, 2026 at Arizona Diamondbacks
August 26, 2026 at Arizona Diamondbacks

St. Louis Cardinals Upcoming 2026 Schedule

August 16, 2026 at Chicago Cubs
August 17, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
August 17, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
August 18, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
August 19, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
August 20, 2026 at Cincinnati Reds
August 21, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
August 22, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
August 23, 2026 at Philadelphia Phillies
August 25, 2026 vs Baltimore Orioles

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