The Chicago Cubs (5-6) face the Tampa Bay Rays (5-6) on Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Colin Rea takes the mound against Joe Boyle. Our model gives Tampa Bay Rays a 53% edge.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay Rays |
| Date | Wednesday, April 08, 2026 |
| First Pitch | 6:40 PM ET |
| Venue | Tropicana Field |
| TV | Check local listings / MLB.TV |
| Streaming | MLB.TV |
| Probable Pitchers | Colin Rea vs Joe Boyle |
Where to Watch CHC vs TB
The Chicago Cubs visit the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, April 08, 2026 with first pitch at 6:40 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on MLB.TV.
Pitching Matchup
Colin Rea takes the mound for the Chicago Cubs against Joe Boyle for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Matchup Analysis
The Chicago Cubs (5-6) have a 47% win probability in our model.
The Tampa Bay Rays (5-6) are given a 53% chance with home field advantage.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
Tied 1-1L 4-6 @ TB (Apr 06)W 9-2 @ TB (Apr 07)
Recent Form
Chicago Cubs — Last 5 Games
2-3 · Streak: W1W 9-2 @ Tampa Bay RaysApr 07
L 4-6 @ Tampa Bay RaysApr 06
L 5-6 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 05
W 1-0 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 05
L 0-0 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 04
Tampa Bay Rays — Last 5 Games
3-2 · Streak: L1L 2-9 vs Chicago CubsApr 07
W 6-4 vs Chicago CubsApr 06
W 4-1 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 05
W 7-1 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 04
L 4-10 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 03
See live scores: MLB Scores