Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres- Where and how to watch today’s match, expected lineup, venue, time and more (14 April, 2025)

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Apr 14, 2025, 16:41 IST

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The three-game series between the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs is starting on April 14, 2025. The series is being hosted by the San Diego Padres at Petco Park, which is located in San Diego, California, and is the temporary home of the Padres. The game is scheduled around 9:40 p.m. ET. From the streaming details to the key players of both the teams, here is everything you need to know about the clash between the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs.

Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres- Where and how to watch today’s match, expected lineup, venue, time and more (14 April, 2025) (Image Source: Instagram)

The San Diego Padres are hosting the Chicago Cubs for a three-game series at Petco Park, which is located in San Diego, California. The first match of a three-game series between the Padres and Cubs has been scheduled on April 14, 2025, around 9:40 p.m. ET. Recently, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2. From the streaming details to the expected lineup of both the major league teams, here is everything you need to know about the clash between the San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs.

Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres —When and where to watch the game

The game between the San Diego Padres and the Chicago Cubs can be streamed on Padres.TV and Marquee Sports Network, which are the official broadcasting partners of the Padres and Cubs, respectively.

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Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres —Key players to watch

Chicago Cubs

With the Chicago Cubs positioned at the top of the National League Central, designated hitter Justin Turner, right fielder Kyle Tucker, first baseman Michael Busch, shortstop Dansby Swanson, and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong are expected to deliver a stellar performance against the San Diego Padres.

San Diego Padres

With the San Diego Padres leading the National League West, designated hitter Luiz Arraez, right fielder Fernando Tatis Jr., third baseman Manny Machado, shortstop Xander Bogaerts, and left fielder Oscar Gonzalez are key players to watch.

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Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres —Expected lineup

The better the starting lineup of a team, the greater the chance of dominating the opposition within the first few innings of the game. A good starting lineup also speaks volumes about the offense and defense of the team. Here is the projected lineup for the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres for the upcoming three-game series starting on April 14, 2025.

Chicago Cubs

Nico Hoerner - 2B
Ian Happ - LF
Kyle Tucker - RF
Justin Turner - DH
Michael Busch - 1B
Dansby Swanson - SS
Pete Crow-Armstrong - CF
Matt Shaw - 3B
Carson Kelly - C

San Diego Padres

Luis Arraez - DH
Fernando Tatis Jr. - RF
Manny Machado - 3B
Xander Bogaerts - SS
Oscar Gonzalez - LF
Yuli Gurriel -1B
Brandon Lockridge - CF
Elias Díaz -C
Jose Iglesias - 2B
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