Cubs to open 2026 season home vs. Nationals

(670 The Score) The Cubs will open the 2026 regular season at home against the Nationals on Thursday, March 26.

The announcement came Tuesday as Major League Baseball unveiled its full regular-season schedule for next season. It marks the Cubs' first home opening day at Wrigley Field in two years.

The Cubs will play the White Sox at Rate Field May 15-16 and host their crosstown rivals Aug. 17-19 at Wrigley Field. The season will conclude with the Cubs hosting the Red Sox for the final series.