By Data SkriveAug. 14, 2026 7:14 am EDT Updated The Chicago Cubs host the St. Louis Cardinals to open a three-game series at Wrigley Field, with first pitch at 2:20 p.m. ET on Friday. Clay Holmes (4-5, 2.86 ERA) will start for the Cubs, who are 71-51 this season and second in the NL Central. Matthew Liberatore (5-9, 5.15 ERA) is the expected starter for the Cardinals, who are 61-60 and third in the NL Central.How to watch St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs
Venue: Wrigley Field
Time: 2:20 p.m. ET
TV: Apple TV+
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