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Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Atlanta Braves visit the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, August 28, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET, at Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois. TV: MLB.TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves.

MLBSaturday, August 28, 2027
12:00 AM ETAug 28, 2027
DateAug 28, 2027
Time12:00 AM ET
VenueWrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois
TVMLB.TV

Team comparison

Atlanta BravesChicago Cubs
Runs per game
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Runs allowed per game
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3-4Record0-2
1st in NL EastStanding2nd in NL Cent
0-0Road record / home record0-0
Last 5
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Injury report

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Atlanta Braves
Spencer Strider SP · Elbow - Inflammation
Out
Joey Wentz RP · Knee - Surgery
Out
Spencer Schwellenbach SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Mitchell Parker RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Jurickson Profar LF · Suspension - Not Specified
suspension
Chicago Cubs
Ben Brown RP · Neck - Fracture
Out
Riley Martin RP · Elbow - Strain
Out
Justin Steele SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Phil Maton RP · Knee - Sprain
Out
Shelby Miller RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out

Season series

Series starts 7/6
Aug 29, 2027ATL 0, CHC 0
Aug 28, 2027ATL 0, CHC 0
Aug 27, 2027ATL 0, CHC 0
Jul 8, 2027CHC 0, ATL 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs?

The game is on Saturday, August 28, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET at Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois.

How can I watch Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs?

TV: MLB.TV.

Who is injured for Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs?

Listed out or doubtful: Atlanta Braves: Spencer Strider, Joey Wentz, Spencer Schwellenbach, Mitchell Parker. Chicago Cubs: Ben Brown, Riley Martin, Justin Steele, Phil Maton. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Atlanta Braves vs Chicago Cubs played?

Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois.

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