Cubs and Padres set to open Wild Card series with early pitching duel
The MLB Wild Card round begins Tuesday, featuring matchups such as the Cubs versus the Padres, with analysts highlighting the importance of early pitching performance.
The MLB Wild Card series starts Tuesday, with four games scheduled across NBC, Peacock and NBCSN. The opening matchups include the Phillies hosting the Braves at 2:00 p.m. ET, the White Sox facing the Astros at 5:00 p.m. ET, the Red Sox playing the Yankees at 8:00 p.m. ET, and the Cubs taking on the Padres at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Analysts CC Sabathia and Eric Hosmer emphasized that the Cubs need their starting pitcher to establish momentum early in the series. They also noted that National League MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong is expected to continue his strong performance for San Diego, which will rely heavily on its bullpen.
Viewers can follow the action live on the listed networks.